Fisheries Data Push: Kenya is rolling out a new project to improve fisheries data collection, including vessel trackers and a centralized platform—aimed at helping fishers and government make better decisions as catches dwindle. ASEAN Border Trade Talks: BNPP and Malaka lawmakers discussed a border free trade zone with Timor-Leste, linking it to jobs and stronger infrastructure at Motamasin. Coral Triangle LNG Pressure: A coalition says many major insurers still won’t rule out LNG coverage in the Coral Triangle (including Timor-Leste), despite biodiversity risks—only one firm (SCOR) moved to add restrictions. Blue Economy Momentum: Timor-Leste’s PM wrapped up a Vietnam visit tied to ASEAN Future Forum events, with leaders stressing deeper cooperation as Timor-Leste integrates further into ASEAN. UNESCO Biosphere Expansion: UNESCO designated 14 new biosphere reserves for 2026, adding more protected “living laboratories” for biodiversity and climate solutions. Local Marine Safety Note: An inquest opened into the death of a 14-year-old from Timor-Leste after he got into difficulty while swimming near Donnington Bridge. Renewables at Climate Risk: A Zurich Insurance report warns that most ASEAN renewable energy sites face severe climate hazards by 2030, with big losses potentially avoided through early resilience spending. Poultry Sanitation Crackdown: Cebu’s Asturias ordered a temporary halt on new chicks at a poultry farm after severe fly infestations and sanitation failures.