AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOcean Week Brunei 2026: The event launches today (2 June) at UBD’s Pro Chancellor Arts Centre under “Ocean of Opportunities: Blue Economy for a Sustainable Future,” spotlighting how Brunei’s seas can drive jobs, food security, innovation and environmental protection. Regional Security: Singapore has spearheaded a 17-nation defence framework to better protect critical underwater infrastructure, with ministers backing voluntary cooperation on awareness, best practices and crisis response. Tourism Outlook: UN Tourism says international arrivals rose 2% in Q1 2026 to 307 million, but the Middle East saw a 14% drop after March conflict—expected to shave 1 to 2 points off 2026 growth. Halal Tourism Push: The Philippines is expanding Muslim-friendly travel with halal-certified dining, recognised accommodation and training for about 3,000 tourism frontliners. Defence Deals: India’s Defence Secretary says BrahMos agreements with Vietnam are already signed (not yet publicly announced) and Indonesia’s is in final stages. Local Health & Services: Gleneagles JPMC expanded its medical tourism outreach into East Kalimantan via partnerships with RS Parikesit and Bank Danamon.
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