Shangri-La Dialogue Watch: Vietnam’s Party leader To Lam opens the Singapore security summit with a keynote as US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to outline Washington’s Indo-Pacific approach, with China’s military rise and doubts over US priorities shaping the agenda. Vietnam–Singapore Ties: To Lam begins a three-day state visit in Singapore, with leaders highlighting deepening political trust and expanding economic links ahead of his Shangri-La address. AI Push with EAEU: Vietnam’s Deputy PM Ho Quoc Dung says the Eurasian Economic Union is a trustworthy partner for AI cooperation, proposing responsible AI, data and cybersecurity standards plus joint R&D in smart agriculture, cities and transport. Tourism & Aviation: Thailand’s TAT and Vietnam Airlines sign an MoU to boost routes for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, including a new Ho Chi Minh City–Phuket service from July 2. Hanoi Growth & Housing: Hong Hac City launches a next phase as Hanoi’s northeast growth hub, with phased commercialisation and planned handover later this year. Blue Carbon Finance: Vietnam launches a blue carbon partnership to turn coastal ecosystems into climate finance assets, linking policy, science and funding. Digital Economy: Vietnam’s digital transformation push stresses moving from legal foundations to real-world execution, with government and businesses urged to act now.