AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBrunei-Tech & Security: A foreign national wanted by Brunei for suspected ATM skimming was arrested at Miri Airport after joint Malaysia–Brunei intelligence work, with police urging the public to check for tampering before using machines. Regional Tech Diplomacy: India’s EAM S. Jaishankar met Brunei’s FM Prince Abdul Mateen in Manila, agreeing to expand cooperation in AI, drones and digital technologies under ASEAN ties. ASEAN Tech & Resilience: Jaishankar also pushed disaster resilience, cyber security and emerging tech priorities at the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum, calling for zero tolerance against terrorism. Robotics in ASEAN: Nanta Tech Ltd signed an MoU with GM Biovalley to introduce and commercialise robotics and automation solutions across Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore, aiming to build a regional ecosystem. Local Tech Showcase: A drone show launched Brunei’s Imagine Drone Show Tour in Belait, partnering with the Chinese Embassy and Hengyi Industries to blend tech with local culture. Energy & Shipping Risk: US Sec. of State Marco Rubio warned ASEAN that Iran’s Strait of Hormuz toll demands could set a dangerous precedent for freedom of navigation. Automotive Tech & R&D: Jetour Malaysia says it wants Malaysia to be an export and R&D hub, with Brunei flagged as an initial right-hand-drive market, while Best Auto’s roadshow at The Mall, Gadong runs until 26 July.
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