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On Flag Day citizens come together to honour their national flag with pride and enthusiasm. Flag-raising ceremonies, colourful parades, educational programs, cultural performances, and community events mark the day. Homes, offices, and public spaces are adorned with Eswatini flags, fostering a sense of unity and patriotism. It’s a time for reflection, gratitude, and celebration of the nation’s independence and heritage.

Brunergy Utama, an infrastructure company based in Brunei, has put forth a proposal for a high-speed rail network connecting Brunei to cities in neighbouring Malaysia and Indonesia. The Trans-Borneo Railway project entails the construction of 1620 kilometres of new railway lines, incorporating four major stations in Kalimantan, Indonesia, and Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysia, along with Brunei, which would serve as interchange hubs.

This proposed project marks Brunei’s inaugural large-scale rail initiative, as historically, the country has only seen the development of small industrial lines and minor railways.

Read the original article here: https://www.railjournal.com/passenger/high-speed/brunei-high-speed-network-proposed/

A landmark youth summit aimed at rejuvenating and bolstering their engagement, participation, and collaboration across Asia is set to take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event will unite diverse youth leaders from commonwealth nations such as Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, India and Pakistan. This monumental event, organised by key stakeholders, aims to amplify the voices and perspectives of Asia’s youth population, paving the way for a more inclusive and impactful future.

The challenges and opportunities identified by these young trailblazers will inform valuable recommendations for the highly anticipated Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, scheduled for October 2024.

Read the original article here: https://thecommonwealth.org/news/young-leaders-chart-course-chogm-asian-regional-summit