AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoATM Skimming Crackdown: A foreign suspect wanted by Brunei for allegedly installing ATM skimming devices was arrested at Miri Airport after joint Malaysia–Brunei intelligence work, with police urging the public to check ATMs for tampering before use. ASEAN–Japan Tech & Security Push: Japan’s FM pledged tighter ASEAN cooperation on economic security, critical minerals, AI support, and disaster response, while Quad partners also flagged maritime security and critical emerging technologies. Hormuz Shipping Warning: US Secy of State Marco Rubio warned ASEAN that Iran’s demand to control and collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent for freedom of navigation. Robotics for ASEAN Markets: Nanta Tech signed an MoU with GM Biovalley to introduce and commercialise robotics and automation across Malaysia, Brunei, and Singapore, with Malaysia eyed as a deployment and training hub. Brunei Drone Show Tour: A drone show in Belait launched the Imagine Drone Show Tour, backed by the Chinese Embassy and Hengyi Industries, aiming to blend tech with local culture. Local STEM/Health Curiosity: A study reported fluoride exposure may harm brain cells and cognition, reigniting debate over drinking-water fluoridation.
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