AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMuslim Travel Boom: Mastercard and CrescentRating project international Muslim visitor arrivals will hit 245 million by 2030, up from 186 million in 2025, with Muslim women driving nearly 48% of arrivals—pushing destinations to deliver safer, more inclusive, digitally assured experiences. Brunei–China Diplomacy: China’s VP Han Zheng met Brunei’s Crown Prince in Beijing, urging deeper practical cooperation as ties mark 35 years, while energy collaboration continues to expand via projects like Hengyi’s SINAR solar push. Energy & Trade Security: ASEAN is positioning for a stronger halal growth push amid Middle East turmoil, while Indonesia floats an ASEAN oil storage hub and separate Sumatra storage to buffer supply shocks. Transport Watch: Air travel costs may ease as fuel surcharges drop in the Philippines, and Brunei-linked offshore logistics moves forward with new fast crew vessel designs for Shell operations. Regional Governance: Sarawak advances port-linked Free Zone plans, while Sabah lawmakers call for better event safety and rural connectivity.
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