Brunei-US Security: Brunei and the U.S. held the final planning conference for CARAT Brunei 2026, coordinating maritime security cooperation as both sides move to upgrade ties to a strategic partnership. Cyber Skills & Regional Links: The Brunei Cybersecurity Association sent 11 members on a six-day Overseas Learning Journey in Indonesia, building ASEAN-Japan cybersecurity collaboration. Community Support: BIBD handed over a reconstructed home under Projek Teduh in Kampong Serdang, supporting vulnerable families through CSR partnerships. Halal Wellness Push: VitaHealth launched its “Pilih Halal, Pilih VitaHealth” initiative in Brunei, promoting JAKIM-certified supplements and halal consumer confidence. Digital Transformation: Brunei’s Digital Brunei 2030 was highlighted at a Digital Brunei Economy Forum, focusing on coordinated government, business and AI-ready digital services. Tourism Growth Idea: Miri looks to strengthen education tourism by working with Malaysia’s MITA, exploring joint packages that could include Brunei. Regional Crime Cooperation: Sarawak and Brunei police agreed to boost cross-border crime fighting via intelligence sharing and coordinated operations.