ASEAN Environmental Justice: ASEAN adopted a Declaration on the Right to a Safe, Clean, Healthy and Sustainable Environment, but a new commentary stresses the real test is implementation—protecting people on the frontlines as governments too often fall short. Climate Risk for Renewables: A Zurich Insurance report warns about US$165 billion in ASEAN renewable energy assets face climate hazards by 2030, with most sites at severe risk and insurance gaps making the energy transition more financially vulnerable. Laos Power Project Scrutiny: Laos and Vietnam’s Nam Nha hydropower transmission corridor is under an Environmental Impact Assessment review, with a central public consultation focusing on environmental management and monitoring across villages and protected forest areas. Forest Fire Readiness: Laos’ forestry department ran a Training of Trainers on forest fire prevention and suppression planning, linking stronger local action to biodiversity protection and tougher deforestation-related market rules. Health & Environment Capacity: France and Laos supported hospital management training that includes climate change response, while Laos also launched a national science, technology and innovation plan aimed at tackling environmental challenges through better systems and skills. Wildlife & Safety: A bird strike incident involving a Chinese-made C909 jet in Beijing highlights how real-world environmental conditions near airports can affect aviation safety.