Fuel Security Push: Australia says it has locked in three jet-fuel shipments from China (over 600,000 barrels) and an extra 38,500 tonnes of urea from Brunei, aiming to keep aircraft and farmers supplied as the Iran-linked energy squeeze bites. Regional Diplomacy Mood: Indonesia reports a more constructive APEC atmosphere after Xi-Trump talks in Beijing, hoping it turns into concrete deliverables despite tariff tensions. ASEAN Climate Step: Brunei has ratified the agreement to establish the ASEAN Centre for Climate Change, with the centre set to publish policy recommendations and coordinate regional action. Islamic Finance Surge: Fitch says ASEAN Islamic finance crossed $1 trillion in Q1 2026, led by Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, with sukuk still driving most of the growth. Travel Rules Tighten: Thailand is cutting the 60-day visa exemption to 30 days for 93 countries, with stricter limits aimed at curbing misuse. Sports Spotlight: Philippines’ youth karate stars struck gold in the Karate One-Youth League, including a win over Brunei.