Borneo Post: Brunei Darussalam tackles rise of non-communicable diseases
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Brunei Darussalam Year in Review 2016OBGplus
A combination of tighter fiscal planning, a gradual increase in hydrocarbons prices and an improved performance by some non-oil sectors saw Brunei Darussalam shake off two years of contraction and lay the foundations for stronger growth in 2017. Budgeting for the new year The budget for FY 2016/17, which came into force on April 1, laid out total spending of BN$5.6bn…
Brunei Darussalam tackles rise of non-communicable diseasesOBGplus
The rising incidence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is placing an increasing burden on Brunei Darussalam’s health care system and economy, though the government is stepping up efforts to improve the nation’s health. NCDs have been the main cause of death in Brunei Darussalam for more than 30 years, with a shift away from traditional lifestyles and dietary patterns seen as the underlying cause,…
6th Brunei International Conference on Engineering and Technology 2016 (BICET)
The organising committee of BICET 2016 is seeking support and sponsorship for the following: Tea and finger food for six sessions three days (BN$10,000) Lunch for three days (BN$5,000) Banners and materials for publicity (BN$7,000) Awards for best academic papers (BN$2,000) Awards for best student papers (BN$2,000) Sponsors for the event will have their company’s name and logo printed on…
Brunei Darussalam Economy Infographic 2016: Ensuring a Sustainable Future
The increasing focus on economic diversification and the ongoing growth of non-energy sectors bodes well for the economy, as does further exploration and improved efficiency in the oil and gas industry. Economy: Driving Diversification - Brunei Darussalam has launched a series of reforms in recent years aimed at accelerating development of non-energy sectors, including high-tech, agricultural…
Brunei Darussalam looks to sustain agricultural growthOBGplus
Rising productivity and higher output from the processing segment is keeping Brunei Darussalam’s agriculture sector on track to meet the government’s medium- and long-term goals. Strong performance in most areas of the agriculture and agri-foods sector saw the industry’s revenue rise by 6.8% year-on-year (y-o-y) in the first quarter of the year to reach BN$97.1m ($71.2m), according to data issued…
Brunei Darussalam’s energy sector on the reboundOBGplus
A rising tide of new investments are expected to underpin growth in Brunei Darussalam’s recovering energy industry, against a backdrop of increasing oil and gas output. Several contracts have been awarded for Brunei Darussalam’s offshore fields – which could deliver 3.5bn barrels of oil by 2035 – offering opportunities for operators throughout the energy value chain. A boost for service providers New…
