Transboundary Haze Alert: Singapore Institute of International Affairs warns Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore face a red, high risk of severe haze this year, with peak danger likely in August–September as El Niño and Indian Ocean Dipole conditions bring hotter, drier weather, while higher costs and biofuel demand could worsen land-clearing fires. Offshore Shipping Expansion: Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS) takes full control of Fast Offshore Supply (FOS) and its Indonesia unit, expanding into aluminium crew transfer vessels; FOS has Brunei-linked contracts for 10 vessels, with deliveries starting 2027. Regional Trade & Tourism Push: BIMP-EAGA leaders hear calls to adopt Sarawak’s Statos model and set up more regional offices to speed up subregional economic and tourism growth. Brunei Expo Business Link: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) showcases sustainable timber and furniture at Brunei’s CFTE expo to attract regional buyers and investment. ASEAN Energy Cooperation: The Philippines explores power links under the ASEAN Power Grid, with plans that could eventually connect Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. Climate-Resilient Food Innovation: UniSZA students, including Brunei mobility participants, roll out new pumpkin and chilli-based food products, highlighting cross-border ideas in halal food development.