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Australia’s F-35A Visit Marks Milestone In Brunei Ties
In a demonstration of growing Defence cooperation, two Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft landed in Brunei Darussalam for the first time. The arrival, accompanied by a capability briefing and a static display of the...
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UTS hosts OIC workshop on renewable energy transition
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Dr Khairuddin (front, second left) delivers his remarks during the opening session, accompanied by Haris (right), with Dr Hazland joining via Zoom on the projector screen. SIBU (Sept 24): The...
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Brunei’s sorghum project to boost local feed supply
Back Tanachat Pochana, Enserv Chairman (centre left) and Abuzar Hj Md Tahir, Acting Director of Brunei’s Department of Agriculture and Agrifood (centre right) with the signed tenancy agreement for Enserv to set up their sorghum project. 18 Sep...
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Brunei steps up fight against online scams, digital fraud
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Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- The Cyber Security Brunei (CSB) is intensifying efforts to combat online scams and digital fraud through close cooperation with multiple agencies, including the operation of an anti-scam center, a...
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‘Sustainability, inclusivity key elements in Sarawak’s regional renewable energy goal’
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram On regional integration, Sarawak has already established an interconnection with West Kalimantan, with new links with Sabah and Brunei being in progress. – Bernama file photo KUCHING (Sept 23):...
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singapore Over 100kg of drugs seized: CNB works with Australia, Brunei, New Zealand, US counterparts to disrupt global trafficking syndicate
The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has worked alongside global counterparts to seize over 100kg of drugs in a transnational operation, according to a Facebook post by the bureau on Monday (Sept 22). It worked with the US Drug Enforcement...
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Brunei records over 427,000 tourist arrivals from Malaysia in 2024
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Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Sept. 11 (Xinhua) -- Brunei recorded a total of 427,536 tourist arrivals from Malaysia via land and sea in 2024, official data showed. Malaysia has consistently ranked among top three sources of tourist arrivals to Brunei. As...
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Outlook for Agriculture and ASEAN’s Role in Southeast Asia’s Food Security
Southeast Asia’s agriculture sector’s growth rates are not keeping pace with population and national economic growth due to chronic underinvestment. Southeast Asian nations need to prioritise actions that help ensure its food security, especially...
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Nga Secures Support From China, Vietnam, Brunei To Integrate New Urban Agenda In UNFCCC
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The UN-Habitat Assembly (UNHA) president Nga Kor Ming has secured support from China, Vietnam, and Brunei to strengthen collaboration on the UN-Habitat platform and to integrate the New Urban Agenda (NUA) into...
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Illegal Tyre Imports Uncovered In Ops Grip Raids In Shah Alam
SHAH ALAM, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Serious violations involving illegally imported tyres were uncovered in Ops Grip raids at three tyre outlets in Shah Alam today. The operation was carried out with representatives from eight major tyre manufacturers,...
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Vietnam, Brunei develop defense cooperation more substantively, effectively
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People's Army Newspaper
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The two sides held talks right after the welcome ceremony at the headquarters of the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense. At the event, Gen. Cuong expressed his delight at the positive outcomes of the bilateral defense ties in recent years. He...
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Brunei venture a cash-generative move for Hibiscus Petroleum
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Hibiscus Petroleum’s recently acquired stake in the Block B MLJ Field in Brunei is a cash-generative contributor, underpinned by long-term offtake agreements and stable index-linked gas pricing....
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Global Travel Meet 2025: Malaysia Hosts International Tourism Business Event, Driving Forward Visit Malaysia 2026
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Tourism Malaysia is hosting the Global Tourism Meet 2025, an international tourism business event set to become a pivotal gathering. The event will connect 600 international buyers and 100 media representatives from around the globe with 400...
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Extreme H World Cup gains global FTA coverage in DAZN partnership
Extreme H, the nascent hydrogen-powered off-road racing series, will see its inaugural World Cup later this month gain worldwide coverage after securing global sports streaming service DAZN as its latest broadcast partner. Under its agreement,...
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Việt Nam, Brunei bolster defence ties
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Vietnam News Agency
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HÀ NỘI — General Nguyễn Tân Cương, Chief of the General Staff of the Việt Nam People’s Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence, has called for closer coordination with the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) to effectively advance their...
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Vietnam, Brunei bolster defence ties
Hanoi (VNA) - General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence, has urged closer coordination between the VPA and the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) to effectively...
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Volvo Trucks strengthens road safety programs in Southeast Asia
Volvo Trucks is expanding its safety campaigns across Southeast Asia, teaching children and communities safe road practices as part of its vision of zero accidents. Photo: Volvo. Volvo Trucks has expanded its road safety initiatives across...
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Sarawak touts green energy, eyes exports to Philippines
Philstar.com September 17, 2025 | 7:15am MANILA, Philippines — Malaysia’s Sarawak state is pushing to become Southeast Asia’s “green battery,” with ambitions that could soon bring power to the Philippines. Wedged between peninsular Malaysia,...
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Brunei Week Celebrates Successful First Showcase at MakBesar Grand Market in Singapore
The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) successfully launched its inaugural Brunei Week at the bustling MakBesar Grand Market at Suntec City Convention Centre, Singapore. Held from 5 to 7 September 2025, the event gathered some 20...
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Brunei Week showcases growing presence of Brunei businesses in Singapore
BEDB hosts first Singapore event to promote Bruneian brands at Mak Besar’s Grand Market, highlighting growing retail channels The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) today launched the inaugural Brunei Week in Singapore to raise awareness of...
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