ASEAN-Russia Summit: Russia invited ASEAN leaders to Kazan for talks on expanding the ASEAN-Russia strategic partnership on June 17–18, with Brunei and other member states expected to send leaders or senior representatives. Diplomatic Ties: India and Brunei discussed deepening bilateral relations and parliamentary engagement during a meeting between India’s High Commissioner Ramu Abbagani and Brunei Legislative Council Speaker Pehin Abdul Rahman. Local Education: Brunei’s Education Minister said education systems must evolve to be resilient, inclusive and future-ready, stressing cooperation and knowledge-sharing across stakeholders. Public Safety/Justice: Indonesia’s police coordinated with Brunei counterparts over a fatal assault case in South Jakarta involving two Brunei nationals, with the suspect arrested and possible trial in Indonesia still under discussion. Sports Diplomacy: Brunei joined a friendly football match in Dhaka aimed at strengthening people-to-people ties through sport, organised by Bangladesh’s foreign affairs and youth sports ministries. Cybersecurity: Fortinet launched a Singapore cloud PoP to improve threat detection and response across ASEAN as organisations expand cloud and hybrid operations. World Football Broadcasts: FIFA World Cup 2026 rights remain unconfirmed for Brunei, alongside Thailand and Myanmar, while other ASEAN states have secured deals.