Tourism Push: Brunei officially kicked off the Visit Brunei Year 2027 campaign, unveiling the logo and mascots “Awang” and “Dayang” as a whole-of-nation effort to boost tourism and support economic diversification. Regional Risk Watch: The Singapore Institute of International Affairs issued a rare “red” haze outlook for 2026, warning Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore face severe transboundary haze risk, with August–September flagged as peak danger driven by El Niño and Indian Ocean Dipole, plus added pressure from fuel and fertiliser costs and biofuel demand. Trade & Industry Linkages: Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS) moved to full control of Singapore’s Fast Offshore Supply (FOS) and its Indonesia unit, expanding into aluminium crew transfer vessel building for Brunei-bound deliveries starting 2027. BIMP-EAGA Strategy: Sarawak’s Abdul Karim urged BIMP-EAGA to study Sarawak’s Statos model and consider regional offices to accelerate trade and tourism development across the subregion. Local Food Innovation: UniSZA’s programme produced 10 new food products, including pumpkin and chilli-based items, with Brunei students contributing ideas. Expo Business Leads: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) showcased furniture and sustainable wood-based products at Brunei’s CFTE to tap regional buyers and investment. Aviation Support: Two new RAF H145 Jupiter helicopters arrived in Cyprus, with further deliveries expected to include Brunei by end-July.