Rainforests play pivotal role in economic diversification
Our rainforests can play a pivotal role in providing a wide array of renewable forest goods and services, and with the right partnerships and technology, it can help realise economic diversification....
View ArticleBrunei to unveil forest-friendly tourism packages
Seeking to develop Brunei’s eco-tourism industry, with Temburong District as the main destination, the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT) has come up with new promotional packages which...
View ArticleBusinesses must see forest conservation as an investment
There are a plethora of opportunities for industries in both the sustainable use of forest resources and investment in forest conservation and restoration. This, among others was discussed in the 2nd...
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Green economy can protect biodiversity and support industries
| Lyna Mohamad | FOLLOWING the opening ceremony of the 2nd Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit yesterday at the International Convention Centre in Berakas, several parallel sessions took place in...
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Brunei to unveil forest-friendly tourism packages
| James Kon | SEEKING to develop Brunei’s eco-tourism industry, with Temburong District as the main destination, the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT) has come up with new...
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Booklet on Bird Watching in Brunei Darussalam launched
| Danial Norjidi | A BOOKLET on bird watching in Brunei Darussalam was officially launched yesterday during the first day of the 2nd Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit 2016 at the International...
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ISB Summer Camp winds down with pizza-making trip
| Azlan Othman | A GROUP of 80 International School Brunei (ISB) Summer Camp students, including Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim ibni Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Paduka Seri...
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APRS 2016 officially launched
| Danial Norjidi | THE Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit (APRS) 2016 was officially launched yesterday, bringing together stakeholders from government, business, civil society and the research...
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Rainforests play pivotal role in economic diversification
| Danial Norjidi | OUR rainforests can play a pivotal role in providing a wide array of renewable forest goods and services, and with the right partnerships and technology, it can help...
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Royal audience for Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit heads of delegations
| Azrol Azmi | HIS Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei...
View ArticleCalls for ‘calm’ after London stabbing attack
London (AFP) – London’s mayor appealed for vigilance and calm Thursday after a stabbing spree in the heart of the city that left one woman dead and five injured. Police arrested a 19-year-old suspect...
View ArticleWorld Finance names Baiduri Bank ‘Best Banking Group’
Baiduri Bank has been recognised by World Finance as The Best Banking Group for Brunei 2016. This marks the eighth consecutive year Baiduri has received this award, the first being in 2009. The award...
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Rainforest restoration is not the sole responsibility of the government as everybody in the society has a stake in forest conservation and protection. This was highlighted by Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji...
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Fire victims receive donation from Pertiwi
| Achong Tanjong | THE Pertiwi Association yesterday donated money and basic daily necessities to three victims of the recent Kampong Sungai Matan blaze during a ceremony held at Pertiwi...
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Deputy Minister attends CAECW, CAEMRC
PENGIRAN Dato Paduka Haji Bahrom bin Pengiran Haji Bahar, the Deputy Minister of Education, attended the 9th China-Asean Education Cooperation Week (CAECW) and the 2nd China-Asean Education Ministers...
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Floating rubbish an eyesore on Brunei River
| Achong Tanjong | THE waterways of the Brunei River were heavily clogged with rubbish and floating debris yesterday, particularly at high tide near the Temburong Jetty in the capital,...
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Rainforest Summit calls for concerted action
| Ishan Ibrahim | THE second day of the 2nd Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit (APRS) being held at the International Convention Centre in Berakas saw the participation of Mahmud bin Haji Yussof,...
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Environment ministers call for unity in fight against climate change
| James Kon | ENVIRONMENT ministers yesterday during the 2nd Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit (APRS) held at the International Convention Centre in Berakas highlighted the need to work together...
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‘Put people first’ in forest management
| Aziz Idris | RAINFOREST restoration is not the sole responsibility of the government as everybody in the society has a stake in forest conservation and protection. This was highlighted by...
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Recipients of honorary medals express gratitude towards His Majesty
| Rokiah Mahmud | SEVERAL recipients of the honorary state medals in yesterday’s investiture ceremony expressed their gratitude for the honour bestowed upon them by His Majesty Sultan Haji...
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