Shell Leadership in Nigeria: Shell has appointed Elohor Aiboni as Executive Vice President and Country Chair for Nigeria, effective 1 August 2026, making her the first Nigerian to hold the combined role as she succeeds Marno de Jong. ASEAN-Russia Business Push: At the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan, leaders adopted the Kazan Declaration and a 2026–2030 action plan covering trade, investment, energy, transport, digital and science cooperation, with Russia pledging energy and nuclear collaboration. Energy Security Watch: Russia and ASEAN also flagged rising global energy instability and the need to strengthen supply chains, protect critical infrastructure, and keep maritime routes open. Aviation & Emissions Data: IATA’s CO2 Connect gained more airlines, including Royal Brunei Airlines, as carriers move toward standardized, operational-data-based emissions reporting for customers. Brunei-Linked Regional Growth: Sarawak is studying Hungary’s Győr model to shape Limbang and Lawas into border economic hubs near Brunei, Sabah and Kalimantan. Tourism Connectivity: India’s High Commission backed direct air talks with Sabah, saying better links could unlock tourism and wider economic cooperation.