ASEAN–China vs US: A new ISEAS survey says ASEAN stakeholders again prefer China over the United States as a strategic partner, citing China’s economic weight, infrastructure investment, and steadier trust while US influence is seen as more unpredictable. Space & energy tech: Sarawak plans for next-gen electricity generation in space, including research into space-based solar and satellite power concepts, as it moves beyond its infrastructure phase. Brunei digital roadmap: Brunei launched “Digital Brunei 2030,” a five-year masterplan covering digital government, society, business, plus a cross-cutting Data & AI strategy. Ocean economy in Brunei: Ocean Week Brunei 2026 kicked off with a blue-economy theme, spotlighting marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and marine biotech opportunities. Telco innovation locally: Progresif’s COO discussed Brunei’s shared-network model at ATxEnterprise 2026, stressing that differentiation is shifting toward customer experience, digital services, and partnerships. Space power storage: Solidion Technology announced a patented extreme-climate battery platform aimed at satellites, LEO AI data centres, and lunar economy missions. Electric mobility exports: China’s electric three-wheelers are gaining overseas traction, with products already reaching Brunei and expected to push production higher as exports expand.