Borneo Fashion Week returns after five-year pause with focus on heritage and sustainability

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 — After nearly five years on pause, Borneo Fashion Week (BFW) returns in 2025 with its fourth edition since its launch in 2017, spotlighting Borneo’s textile heritage and sustainable fashion on the international stage. Carrying...

Brunei LNG concludes successful conference, passes baton to Malaysia LNG

The 13th Borneo LNG Conference & Games drew to a fruitful close in Brunei, its finale marked by a handover to Malaysia LNG as the next host following its overall sporting victory. The three-day event, which has served as a cornerstone of the...

BRUNEI SUBSIDIARY OF GLOBAL ENERGY COMPANY, HIBISCUS PETROLEUM, EXPANDS GEP’S AI-DRIVEN PROCUREMENT SOFTWARE TO MANAGE SOURCE TO CONTRACT AND DRIVE NEW VALUE WORLDWIDE

The fast-growing oil & gas exploration and production company will leverage GEP’s platform digitize sourcing, supplier and contract management across its global energy operations. CLARK, N.J., Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GEP®, a leading provider...

‘Sustainability, inclusivity key elements in Sarawak’s regional renewable energy goal’

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram On regional integration, Sarawak has already established an interconnection with West Kalimantan, with new links with Sabah and Brunei being in progress. – Bernama file photo KUCHING (Sept 23):...

Extreme H secures MBC for MENA coverage

MBC Group, the Saudi-owned free-to-air (FTA) broadcaster, has become the latest network to acquire rights to off-road motor racing’s inaugural hydrogen-based Extreme H World Cup event. The deal, covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)...

Sarawak Tourism Board promotes culture, adventure, and sustainability at fvw TravelTalk

Sarawak Tourism Board successfully participated in fvw TravelTalk 2025, showcasing the destination’s cultural, natural, and sustainable travel offerings. The Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) marked a successful participation at the fvw TravelTalk...

AIA Singapore partners NHG Health to advance sustainable healthcare and population health in Singapore

This Memorandum of Understanding focuses on innovative solutions, Value-Based Care, and population health to foster healthier communities. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 September 2025 - AIA Singapore and NHG Health today announced the...

Brunei’s sorghum project to boost local feed supply

Back Tanachat Pochana, Enserv Chairman (centre left) and Abuzar Hj Md Tahir, Acting Director of Brunei’s Department of Agriculture and Agrifood (centre right) with the signed tenancy agreement for Enserv to set up their sorghum project. 18 Sep...

Jamus Lim delivers keynote speech at Brunei Economic Forum

SINGAPORE: Jamus Lim, an Associate Professor of Economics at ESSEC Business School, was the keynote speaker at the Brunei Economic Forum on Sep 3. Dr Lim is a Member of Parliament with the Workers’ Party who recently began his second term...

Selangor hub building environmental resilience

Catastrophic floods and heat waves are no longer warnings –they are the face of climate change today. In May 2023, The Star’s report titled “School uniforms now optional” said educational institutions could close if the Malaysian Meteorological...

WHO Pushes Asia-Pacific Health Systems Toward Low-Carbon, Climate-Resilient Future

Cambodia’s Nationally Determined Contribution recognizes the impact of climate change on health, especially affecting children and the elderly, setting out five priority actions for adaptation. Photo: WHO Cambodia/Aforative Media PHNOM PENH—The...

Nga Secures Support From China, Vietnam, Brunei To Integrate New Urban Agenda In UNFCCC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The UN-Habitat Assembly (UNHA) president Nga Kor Ming has secured support from China, Vietnam, and Brunei to strengthen collaboration on the UN-Habitat platform and to integrate the New Urban Agenda (NUA) into...

BYD Brunei kicks off September Roadshow at The Mall Gadong

BYD Brunei is hosting a special September roadshow at The Mall, Gadong from 17 to 21 September 2025, open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. From 10am to 10pm daily, the five-day roadshow will spotlight BYD’s newest models, including the highly...

PMIC launches first commercial paper to boost liquidity and climate resilience

KARACHI: Pakistan Microfinance Investment Company Limited (PMIC) has successfully issued its first rated, unsecured Rs 2.5 billion Privately Placed Commercial Paper (CP), with Askari Bank Limited acting as Mandated Lead Advisor and Arranger. This...

Borneo Jazz Festival returns to Eastwood, unveils 2025 lineup

Thinking of a getaway filled with a soulful, jazzy atmosphere? The Borneo Jazz Festival (BJF) 2025 is the ideal addition to your weekend plans in Miri, Sarawak. Scheduled from 31 October to 2 November 2025, the annual event will host musicians...

“China Targets British Ships”: Simulated Attacks In South China Sea Raise Alarms As 4,500 Troops Test Freedom Of Navigation Resolve

IN A NUTSHELL 🚢 China conducts simulated attack maneuvers near British vessels in the South China Sea. ⚓ The HMS Richmond faced harassment while sailing through the Taiwan Strait. 🌐 Operation Highmast involves 4,500 military personnel and promotes...

Brunei minister outlines initiatives towards resilient environment

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Sept. 6 (Xinhua) -- Brunei has outlined initiatives to achieve a resilient environment that supports the Brunei Vision 2035 and the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a government minister has said. Brunei...

Brunei Week Celebrates Successful First Showcase at MakBesar Grand Market in Singapore

The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) successfully launched its inaugural Brunei Week at the bustling MakBesar Grand Market at Suntec City Convention Centre, Singapore. Held from 5 to 7 September 2025, the event gathered some 20...

Kuching City FC crush Brunei DPMM 7-1 to reach FA Cup quarterfinals

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Kuching City FC players celebrate their hard-fought victory. – Photo from Kuching City FC/Facebook KUCHING (Sept 15): Kuching City FC stormed into the Malaysia FA Cup quarterfinals in style after...

Business : Digital Transformation Agenda Critical Catalyst For Govt Competitiveness -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The digital transformation agenda under the Thirteenth Malaysia Plan (13MP) will be a critical catalyst in securing the nation’s long-term competitiveness, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. He...