Brunei Darussalam

A multi-stop travel itinerary in BIMP-EAGA could include the Coral Triangle diving circuit, Borneo rainforest experiences, and cross‑border cultural trails.

A working air–land transport integration model may later be scaled to include sea transport

With the garment getting the UNESCO nod as an intangible heritage, Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, and Malaysia hope to preserve the practice of making and wearing the kebaya.

The Malaysian state is strengthening its position as a renewable energy hub through strategic partnerships.

A conference in Kuching, Sarawak in December will talk about how TVET can help advance sustainable socio-economic development in BIMP-EAGA.

The subregion’s travel sector has rebounded strongly since the pandemic, with tourist arrivals posting strong annual growth.

Active support and participation of districts, states, and provinces covered by BIMP-EAGA has spurred growth in the subregion.

Ministers also tout growth in tourism, trade, investment, and project rollout.

Areas of collaboration include promotion of Muslim-friendly and halal tourism, investments, airline cooperation, and knowledge sharing.