Thailand Visa Clampdown: Thailand has rolled back its 60-day visa-free entry for 93 countries and territories, cutting most visitors to 30 days (with some to 15 days) after concerns over overstays, crime, illegal work and security risks—rules take effect 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette. BDCB FinTech Push: Brunei Darussalam Central Bank strengthened its FinTech regulatory sandbox by widening eligibility to qualified financial institutions, aiming for more inclusive, responsible innovation with clearer testing rules. Cross-Border Scam Crackdown: Operation FRONTIER+ III ended with 3,018 arrests across 10 jurisdictions and about US$752m in reported losses targeted, including major recoveries and frozen accounts. Brunei Aviation Link: Thailand’s new Airbus C295 order highlights the wider C295 momentum in the region, with Brunei having just received its final two C295MW aircraft. Ocean Week Brunei Opens: Entries are now open for Ocean Week Brunei 2026’s photography and youth awards, with prizes and grants topping BND5,000. Regional Trade & Security: India-Vietnam defence ties featured in Rajnath Singh’s Hanoi visit, while Thailand also hosted fisheries talks under SEAFDEC.