AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSouth China Sea Tensions: China’s coast guard and military carried out patrols near disputed Scarborough Shoal, while the Philippines dismissed claims of coordinated drills as unfounded, following recent US-Philippines exercises. ASEAN Defence Talks: At the Shangri-La Dialogue, ASEAN defence ministers reaffirmed commitment to free flow of trade through international corridors and stressed upholding transit passage under UNCLOS. BrahMos Missile Deals: India’s defence secretary said Vietnam’s BrahMos agreement is already signed (not yet publicly announced) and Indonesia’s is in final stages, as regional buyers expand defence ties. Underwater Security: Malaysia, Singapore and 15 other countries launched GUIDE to protect critical underwater telecoms and energy infrastructure, with Brunei among endorsers. Brunei-Linked Sports: Malaysia’s Harimau Malaya coach Safee Mohd Sali said lack of friendlies won’t hurt if players use national camp training ahead of the ASEAN Cup. Culture & Community: Sarawak’s Rainforest World Music Festival 2026 returns to Sarawak Cultural Village (26-28 June), and Sarawak Nash Hash 5.0 drew about 370 participants including from Brunei. Entertainment: Malaysian singer Nourul Wahab Depp held her first solo showcase, For You Nourul Concert, at Zepp Kuala Lumpur.
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