AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBrunei–China Push: Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah begins an official China visit (May 11–15), with Belt and Road cooperation set to accelerate flagship projects—right down to trade routes, as Brunei’s Muara Port ramps up direct container shipping to China’s Beibu Gulf via Qinzhou. APAC Banking Watch: Asia-Pacific banks juggle rate pressure with digital upgrades and AI adoption, while Japan’s megabanks benefit from wider margins. Investor Trust: Singapore’s ISCA launches a taskforce to strengthen financial reporting and boost investor confidence. Defence Deals: Vietnam is in advanced talks to buy BrahMos cruise missiles from India, following the momentum from India’s “Operation Sindoor.” ASEAN Energy Reality Check: At the Cebu summit, leaders adopted maritime cooperation language and a Middle East crisis contingency plan—fuel sharing, power grid push, and stockpiles—while admitting implementation will be hard. Brunei Tech Angle: Baiduri Bank and RBPF run fresh scam-awareness training for staff.
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