Low-Carbon Transport & Power: Sarawak Premier Abang Johari floated electric buses for Miri as part of a low-carbon push, linking it to the planned 500MW combined cycle gas turbine expansion. Political-Trade Messaging: Australia’s One Nation hit back at PM Anthony Albanese over claims Pauline Hanson can’t engage diplomatically in Asia, framing it as pro-business and investment-friendly. Brunei Digital Economy: Brunei’s Digital Brunei 2030 was outlined as the next phase of coordinated digital transformation across government, society, business, data and AI. Cybersecurity Capacity Building: The Brunei Cybersecurity Association sent an 11-member delegation on a six-day overseas learning journey in Indonesia to strengthen regional skills and collaboration. Islamic Finance & Community Support: BIBD continued Projek Teduh with the handover of a reconstructed house in Kampong Serdang, supporting vulnerable families. Halal Wellness Expansion: VitaHealth launched its “Pilih Halal, Pilih VitaHealth” initiative in Brunei, highlighting JAKIM-certified supplements. Regional Connectivity & Trade: CPTPP talks advanced as Vietnam chaired key meetings on accession discussions and supply-chain resilience. Education Tourism Link-Up: Miri moved to build an education tourism circuit with MITA, exploring integrated packages across Miri, Bintulu and Brunei.