Myanmar Agriculture & Forestry: Myanmar’s government urged private TV broadcasters to air agriculture and livestock programmes to support rural livelihoods, while authorities marked World Bamboo Day in Nay Pyi Taw with a push to modernize bamboo products into higher-value goods tied to green and circular economy goals. Myanmar Industry & Trade: Reports say garment factories across Yangon are preparing to shut down as orders dry up and raw material imports get harder, with some closures linked to H&M’s phased exit and ongoing power and import/export constraints. Regional Power Sector Cooperation: BIMSTEC Energy Centre ran a five-day capacity-building programme in Bengaluru on emerging power technologies, with Myanmar participating online alongside other member states. ASEAN Investment Moves: Hong Kong signed a first protocol to amend its ASEAN investment agreement, aiming to lock in non-discriminatory treatment for Hong Kong enterprises across ASEAN. Cross-border Environment Risk: Chiang Rai authorities confirmed treated tap water is safe after lab testing, even as concerns persist over transboundary river pollution tied to upstream mining in Myanmar. Security & Illicit Trade: Thai border forces seized 72kg of crystal meth in Chiang Rai after a chase, highlighting ongoing Myanmar-linked trafficking risks.