Borneo Wildfires & Haze: Indonesia arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires as smoke worsened across Borneo, reaching Malaysia and affecting Brunei’s shared airspace; investigators say they’re also tracing who “benefited” behind the burning. Wildfire Response Boost: Indonesia is sending an additional 1,500 soldiers and six helicopters to tackle blazes, with President Prabowo urging efforts to stop new fire spots. Brunei-Malaysia Security & Disaster Ties: At ALC-27 in Bandar Seri Begawan, Malaysia and Brunei agreed to strengthen cross-border cooperation on smuggling, search-and-rescue, and emergency response, including renewing a disaster management MoU and pushing guidelines for information-sharing. Transboundary Haze via ASEAN: Leaders also agreed to use ASEAN diplomatic channels to address the haze problem. Border Progress & Travel Ease: Malaysia and Brunei said about 50% of their land border demarcation is done, aiming to finish by 2034, and discussed exploring a “single checkpoint” to streamline immigration. Energy/Industry: SLB won a Brunei Shell Petroleum contract for offshore production restoration from shut-in wells. Local Sports: DPMM FC began their Super League campaign by beating Penang FC 1-0. Agriculture: Brunei launched a one-year hybrid rice breeding and seed production advisory programme with China. Culture & Business: Brunei and Malaysia business chambers renewed an MoU to expand trade and exchanges, while a People Arts Festival in Bandar Seri Begawan highlighted Brunei’s creative economy with Malaysian participation.