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Brunei and Singapore Central Banks Strengthen Bilateral Financial Ties
Fintech News
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August 18, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Singapore News once a month in your Inbox Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have reaffirmed their close ties at the fifth BDCB-MAS Bilateral Roundtable in...
Brunei announces financing scheme for youth entrepreneurs
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 17 (Xinhua) -- Brunei has announced the establishment of the BizBelia scheme, giving opportunities to local youth entrepreneurs to obtain financial resources, official media reported. The initiative aimed to stimulate the...
Brunei records downward trend in headline inflation since 2023: AMRO
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- Brunei's headline inflation has been declining since 2023 and turned negative in 2024, reflecting lower prices in transport, communication, clothing, and footwear, the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office...
Penalty heartbreak for Kuching as Brunei seize first leg advantage in FA Cup tie
The Malaysian Star
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August 16, 2025
PETALING JAYA: A missed late penalty proved costly for Kuching City as Brunei held on for a dramatic 3-2 win in their FA Cup round-of-16 first leg match at the Petaling Jaya Stadium on Saturday (Aug 16). The hosts made a dream start when...
Brunei's economy maintains recovery amid global uncertainty: think tank
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Brunei's economy continues its robust recovery, stimulated by modest inflation and macroeconomic stability, an ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations) think tank has said. Prudent fiscal policy...
Brunei launches TechXpo 2025
The Malaysian Star
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August 14, 2025
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Brunei's premier platform showcasing innovation and technology, Brunei TechXpo 2025, was launched on Thursday at the International Convention Center near the capital. The three-day exhibition offered...
Brunei’s largest solar power plant commences construction
World Construction Network
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August 13, 2025
Construction has commenced of what is claimed to be Brunei’s largest solar power plant, a 30MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Kampong Belimbing. This project, developed by Seri Suria Power, aims to generate over 64,000MWh of clean electricity...
Brunei remains committed to advancing ICT: senior official
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 13 (Xinhua) -- Brunei remains fully committed to advancing information and communications technology (ICT) initiatives, a senior official said here at the Innovate Tomorrow Forum on Tuesday. Haji Alimen Jaafar, Brunei...
Han Loong kuasai poomsae pada Piala Duta Korea Brunei
Daily Express Malaysia
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August 15, 2025
Han Loong kuasai poomsae pada Piala Duta Korea Brunei Published on: Friday, August 15, 2025 Published on: Fri, Aug 15, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Dark Mode: Off PASUKAN Han Loong Sabah yang muncul juara keseluruhan poomsae dan menjadi naib juara...
Han Loong athletes dominate poomsae event at Brunei meet
Daily Express Malaysia
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August 15, 2025
Han Loong athletes dominate poomsae event at Brunei meet Published on: Friday, August 15, 2025 Published on: Fri, Aug 15, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Dark Mode: Off The Han Loong taekwondo team won the overall poomsae title and finished as...
Brunei breaks ground on new solar power plant
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 12 (Xinhua) -- The groundbreaking ceremony for a flagship 30-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic power plant has been held in Kampong Belimbing, a village near Brunei's capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. The ceremony held on...
Brunei’s biggest solar plant targets launch by end of 2026
Biz Brunei
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August 12, 2025
30 MW solar plant on remediated landfill in Kg Belimbing, developed by Malaysia's Solarvest, Serikandi and Brunei government’s Khazanah Satu Brunei’s largest solar photovoltaic power plant (SPVPP) with a 30-megawatt (MW) capacity in Kg Belimbing...
BRUNEI HIGH COMMISSION
Embassy Magazine
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August 11, 2025
JOB VACANCY – Position: Chauffeur Number of vacant position: 1 Requirements: UK Citizen; Valid UK Driving License; Driving experience of 5 years and above; Well versed inside and outside areas in London, United Kingdom. Job Description: Official...
Brunei's legislative council meeting concludes with emphasis on Vision 2035
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Brunei legislative council meeting wrapped up on Saturday with legislative council members touching on various steps towards realizing the Brunei Vision 2035. Haji Mohamad Danial, a legislative council...
Brunei boosts rice production to achieve self-sufficiency
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 10 (Xinhua) -- Brunei is intensifying efforts to achieve 100 percent self-sufficiency in rice production as part of its food security strategy, a government minister said on Saturday. The country is introducing a new padi...
Brunei's Muara Port expansion project to be completed by 2027
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug. 9 (Xinhua) -- The expansion project of Brunei's Muara Port container terminal is progressing steadily, and is expected to be completed as scheduled by the end of 2027, the Muara Port Company (MPC) told Xinhua on Friday....
Implications of U.S. Tariffs on Southeast Asia: Navigating The Trade Tumult
Lexology
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Summary The Trump administration’s approach to international trade has sparked a new era of unpredictability and recalibration for global commerce. With the imposition of sweeping tariffs and a series of rapidly negotiated bilateral trade...
Ranked: the countries with the most (and least) paid time off
Time Out
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Whoever said ‘more money, more problems’ never had to endure the financial risk of booking a holiday with unpaid leave through irrational company procedures. Luckily, some countries have laws that make paid time off not only available to their...
Deeromram at the double as Red Giants down Brunei 3-0
The Malaysian Star
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August 12, 2025
PETALING JAYA: Selangor bagged their first win of the Super League season after cruising past newcomers Brunei 3-0 at the Petaling Jaya Stadium on Tuesday (Aug 12). Katsuhito Kinoshi’s men made a flying start when Thailand international Kevin...
Government of Brunei breaks ground on 30MW solar PV plant
PV Tech
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August 12, 2025
The plant is expected to become operational by the end of 2026. Additionally, once key components are installed, the plant will serve as a hands-on learning hub, equipping the locals with skills for the nation’s low-carbon future. As announced in...