Media & Ethics: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim praised local journalists for upholding ethics and responsibility amid AI-driven change, stressing that accuracy and credibility must guide public information. ASEAN-Russia Diplomacy: ASEAN wrapped up a Kazan summit and adopted the Kazan Declaration, expanding cooperation with Russia across security, trade, connectivity, and workforce training through 2030, with Laos among the delegations. Laos Health Milestone: Laos marked the 61st Lao Medical Day, highlighting 60+ years of health-sector progress and renewed focus on noncommunicable diseases and thalassemia. Agriculture & Food Security: Laos and Russia agreed to deepen agricultural and environmental cooperation, including irrigation, crop breeding, veterinary science, and tighter sanitary standards for Lao exports. Cybercrime Crackdown: Laos pledged to eradicate cyber fraud and online scam networks, reporting dismantled fraud operations and mass detentions, plus plans for stronger venue checks and public scam-awareness campaigns. Wildlife & Culture: A Singapore-based NGO helped rescue 27 moon bears from an illegal bile farm in Laos, moving them to a wildlife sanctuary after the operation was shut down. Education & Language Access: The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia launched a 2026 Regional English Access Summit in Siem Reap for students and educators from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam, focused on “Rethinking Education.” Immigration & Justice Abroad: In the U.S., ICE rearrested and deported a Laotian national after a court-ordered release in San Diego, underscoring ongoing cross-border enforcement pressures.