Creative Tourism & Regional Pull: Miri’s RIUH OOH! festival is set for July 24–26, with creative products, art, performances and food, and organisers expect 30,000+ visitors—Brunei is specifically targeted via Tourism Malaysia promotions. Cross-Border Motorcycle Travel: Sabah Big Bikers Association is planning a “Borneo 360” ride linking Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and parts of Indonesia to boost rider-led tourism and local spending. Royal Brunei Airlines Hiring: Royal Brunei Airlines welcomed 30 cabin crew trainees under Cabin Crew Intake 151, reinforcing its service pipeline as the carrier grows. Blue Economy Spotlight: Ocean Week Brunei 2026 launched with a month-long programme on ocean sustainability, marine conservation and blue-economy opportunities, tying marine health to tourism and livelihoods. Sports Tourism Milestone: Labuan staged its first-ever international 42km full marathon (Pearl of Borneo Marathon 2026), drawing 3,372 runners from 16 countries and positioning the island for future events. Policy & Tourism Portfolio Shift: Brunei’s cabinet reshuffle reorganised the Primary Resources and Tourism ministry into the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, signalling a push to accelerate priority sectors.