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India and Brunei Focus on Pharma and Energy for Closer Ties
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CNBC TV18•14-10-2026, 22:11
India and Brunei Focus on Pharma and Energy for Closer Ties
- •India and Brunei identified pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and energy as key sectors to expand economic cooperation during their third Joint Trade Committee meeting.
- •Both nations discussed enhancing bilateral trade, resolving market access challenges, and facilitating Indian agricultural exports to support food security in Brunei.
- •Discussions in the healthcare sector focused on regulations, procurement, and services, while energy talks covered traditional and emerging areas.
- •The countries agreed to boost business connections through tourism, trade fairs, exhibitions, and reciprocal delegations to explore manufacturing and infrastructure investments.
- •Bilateral trade reached $365 million in FY2025-26, with over 14,000 Indian nationals currently working in Brunei.
Key Questions Answered
India and Brunei identified pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and energy as key areas for expanding their economic cooperation following the third meeting of their Joint Trade Committee.
Bilateral trade between India and Brunei stood at $365 million during the 2025-26 financial year.
The next meeting of the India-Brunei Joint Trade Committee is scheduled to be held in Brunei Darussalam.
