Energy & Shipping Security: ASEAN energy leaders at APPEC 2026 warned that new refineries and oil stocks won’t fully protect supply without feedstock flexibility, marine logistics, and regional coordination—echoing Brunei’s view that energy security must cover the whole chain, from upstream volumes to refined products. Red Sea Shock Watch: With Houthis seizing Mocha and pushing toward Bab Al Mandeb, analysts flag tighter pressure on a key oil corridor that has grown sharply as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. Brunei Tourism Push: Sabre Brunei Travel Fair 2026 at BRIDEX (Sept 12–13) is back for its 21st edition, with SCA running Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Spend & Win promotions for Baiduri cardholders ahead of Visit Brunei Year 2027. Mining & Tech Deals: China’s 2026 Mining Conference in Tianjin drew 60 countries and generated 300 million yuan in signed deals, with Brunei’s Ministry of Development among attendees. Energy Storage Trend: China’s new-type energy storage capacity jumped to 153 million kW by end-June, pointing to continued rapid scaling through 2030. Local Industry Signal: Coca-Cola’s “Perfect Basket” AI is helping retailers decide what and how much to order—an approach that could matter for Brunei’s retail and working-capital planning.