Border & Cybersecurity: Indonesia and Australia agreed to strengthen ASEAN-Australia border security cooperation in Cambodia, focusing on closer intelligence sharing, immigration coordination, upgraded border facilities, and cybersecurity initiatives. STI Integration: Malaysia urged ASEAN to move toward a more integrated, mission-oriented science, technology and innovation ecosystem to tackle energy transition, food security, public health and climate resilience, with Brunei flagged in the STI leadership pipeline. Severe Haze Warning: Singapore Institute of International Affairs issued a rare “red” risk rating for severe transboundary haze in 2026 for Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, with peak danger expected in August–September driven by El Niño and Indian Ocean Dipole, plus cost pressures that could worsen land-clearing practices. Brunei Tech Upgrade: Royal Brunei Airlines went live with AMOSmobile/EXEC from Swiss-AS, enabling technicians to execute and document maintenance digitally at the aircraft to reduce paper workflows. Regional Power Links: The Philippines is exploring interconnection with Indonesia under the ASEAN Power Grid, with next steps including possible links involving Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. Clean Energy & Investment: A regional summit in Indonesia highlighted the need for clear policies to unlock about US$200 billion a year in energy investment by 2030, warning that protectionism and short-term defenses are slowing long-term clean energy plans.