Cabinet reshuffle: Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah announced a major Cabinet overhaul, appointing younger sons Prince Abdul Malik (Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office) and Prince Abdul Mateen (Foreign Minister), while creating new coordinating portfolios and reorganising the Primary Resources and Tourism Ministry into a broader Economy, Trade and Industry ministry—widely seen as succession planning as the kingdom navigates global energy pressures. Digital push: The Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications held a “Digital Brunei 2030” dialogue to turn the national digital blueprint into measurable, citizen-focused outcomes, building on connectivity, digital payments and national digital identity. Trade & consumer activity: Brunei’s 33rd Consumer Fair & Trade Expo (CFTE33) is set for June 24–28 at the ICC under “Multiply The Moment,” with business matchmaking and local MSME showcases. Culture & tourism: Miri’s RIUH OOH! festival (July 24–26) expects 30,000 visitors and is actively courting Brunei-based travellers. Regional security cooperation: Singapore-led GUIDE launches a 17-nation underwater infrastructure defence framework, including Brunei, to protect critical subsea cables. Film release: China’s “Dear You” will screen internationally from June 18, including in Brunei, via Damai Entertainment.