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Brunei's economy maintains recovery amid global uncertainty: think tank
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Brunei's economy continues its robust recovery, stimulated by modest inflation and macroeconomic stability, an ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations) think tank has said. Prudent fiscal policy...
Brunei launches TechXpo 2025
The Malaysian Star
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August 14, 2025
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Brunei's premier platform showcasing innovation and technology, Brunei TechXpo 2025, was launched on Thursday at the International Convention Center near the capital. The three-day exhibition offered...
Brunei remains committed to advancing ICT: senior official
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 13 (Xinhua) -- Brunei remains fully committed to advancing information and communications technology (ICT) initiatives, a senior official said here at the Innovate Tomorrow Forum on Tuesday. Haji Alimen Jaafar, Brunei...
Brunei’s largest solar power plant commences construction
World Construction Network
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August 13, 2025
Construction has commenced of what is claimed to be Brunei’s largest solar power plant, a 30MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Kampong Belimbing. This project, developed by Seri Suria Power, aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity...
Brunei’s biggest solar plant targets launch by end of 2026
Biz Brunei
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August 12, 2025
30 MW solar plant on remediated landfill in Kg Belimbing, developed by Malaysia's Solarvest, Serikandi and Brunei government’s Khazanah Satu Brunei’s largest solar photovoltaic power plant (SPVPP) with a 30-megawatt (MW) capacity in Kg Belimbing...
Brunei's legislative council meeting concludes with emphasis on Vision 2035
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Brunei legislative council meeting wrapped up on Saturday with legislative council members touching on various steps towards realizing the Brunei Vision 2035. Haji Mohamad Danial, a legislative council...
Yidu Tech Advances Global Precision Healthcare With AI
AZo Robotics
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August 14, 2025
Yidu Tech, a pioneer in AI Medical, has reaffirmed its decade-long mission to make precision healthcare accessible worldwide. With an expanding global footprint, the company continues to lead with cutting-edge AI applications and standardized data...
Senior ReCAAP Focal Point Officers Gather in Thailand to Deepen Knowledge and Enhance Cooperation towards Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia
Hellenic Shipping News
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August 31, 2025
The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC), with the support of the Royal Thai Navy, also the ReCAAP Focal Point for Thailand, today concluded a five-day Capacity Building Senior Officers’ Meeting (CBSOM) in Bangkok, Thailand. Senior officers of...
China's "HYSY 295" vessel begins maiden Brunei marine mission
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 9 (Xinhua) -- "Designed and built in China, this vessel is launching its first engineering project mission in Brunei," Qiao Baoxin, captain of China's "HYSY 295" trenching vessel, told Xinhua on Friday. The Chinese...
Government of Brunei breaks ground on 30MW solar PV plant
PV Tech
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August 12, 2025
The plant is expected to become operational by the end of 2026. Additionally, once key components are installed, the plant will serve as a hands-on learning hub, equipping the locals with skills for the nation’s low-carbon future. As announced in...
China vessels join forces for Brunei pipeline work
Upstream
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China's Offshore Oil Engineering Company (COOEC) has deployed two of its flagship vessels to a major subsea pipeline replacement campaign in Brunei, as part of Brunei Shell Petroleum’s (BSP) PRP9 project. At the heart of the programme is a...
Behind the wheel of the all-new Kia Tasman
The Bruneian
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August 29, 2025
Kia’s first-ever pickup truck, the Kia Tasman, has finally arrived in Brunei shores and The Bruneian team had the opportunity to experience its performance, handling and comfort first-hand. The Kia Tasman is rugged yet refined, combining bold...
Indonesia’s KHAN missiles aren’t targeting China
The Interpreter
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September 1, 2025
The Indonesian military’s (TNI) recent deployment of the Turkish-built KHAN ballistic missile system has attracted widespread attention. It has been described as a game-changer given that for the first time a Southeast Asian state now possesses a...
Guermantes Lailari On Taiwan: First Island Treaty Organization: A Necessity
Taipei Times
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August 31, 2025
“History does not repeat itself, but it rhymes” (attributed to Mark Twain). The USSR was the international bully during the Cold War as it sought to make the world safe for Soviet-style Communism. China is now the global bully as it applies...
Gen Z Driving New Wave of Payments and Brand Engagement in Singapore, Says Visa
The Fintech Times
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August 31, 2025
Gen Zs in Singapore look set to reshape financial habits, digital payments, and brand engagement in the region, according to Visa, the global digital payments giant. According to a new Visa study, ‘Gen Z Decoded: Their Voices, Your Insights‘,...
Up To 17h 30m: The UK's 10 Longest Nonstop Passenger Flights In September
Simple Flying
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August 31, 2025
More than 140 countries will have long-haul passenger flights in September. Of these, the UK will have the second-highest number of departures, behind the US. Airlines serving the UK will have an average of 335 daily long-haul takeoffs, some of...
General : S’wak Continues To Accelerate Towards A Developed State By 2030 - Premier
Bernama
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August 31, 2025
SARIKEI, Aug 31 (Bernama) -- Sarawak is committed to pursuing a holistic development agenda that encompasses the green economy, digitalisation, renewable energy, and education to achieve developed state status by 2030, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri...
From powering Asean to energising young minds, Abang Jo lays out Sarawak’s 2030 vision for green energy and free education
Malay Mail
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August 31, 2025
SARIKEI, Aug 31 — Sarawak is committed to pursuing a holistic development agenda that encompasses the green economy, digitalisation, renewable energy, and education to achieve developed state status by 2030, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang...
Sarawak accelerates green energy and digital push for developed state status
The Sun Daily
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August 31, 2025
SARIKEI: Sarawak remains firmly committed to achieving developed state status by 2030 through a comprehensive development strategy encompassing green economy initiatives, digital transformation, renewable energy expansion, and educational...
Latest civil service & public affairs moves – End of recess edition (July 25 to September 1)
Civil Service World
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August 29, 2025
Appointments in the civil service, UK politics, and public affairs, via Dods People UK government Prime Minister's Office – Jade Leung appointed as the prime minister’s AI adviser, reporting directly to the prime minister and the secretary of...