Brunei Business & Economy: Record Asset Management’s new “Record Amanah” platform is rolling out Sharia-compliant private markets and private equity for institutional investors, with a stated Brunei deal behind the launch—an example of Islamic finance demand pushing into more sophisticated investment structures. Regional Investment: Oman’s Investment Authority and Jordan’s Social Security Investment Fund have set up an Omani-Jordanian investment company with RO38.5 million capital, targeting sectors like energy, mining, logistics, tourism, IT, agriculture and medical equipment—another sign of Gulf-linked capital seeking diversification. Trade & Markets: India and ASEAN are tightening timelines to review the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement, with India aiming to narrow a widening merchandise trade deficit and push for more balanced market access. Brunei-linked Business Moves: GTA and Safran Helicopter Engines Asia plan to expand their 15-year maintenance partnership beyond Malaysia into Brunei, subject to conditions and final agreements. Labour & Tech: The ILO says GenAI exposure is rising across ASEAN jobs, with disruption not yet visible—useful context for Brunei employers planning for automation and skills. ASEAN Safety & OSH: Vietnam hosted key ASEAN-OSHNET meetings, with Brunei taking the Secretariat role for 2026–2029 and vice chairmanship—supporting safer workplaces across the region.