Pacific Security & Diplomacy: Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta used the Shangri-La Dialogue to argue that peace can’t be built on fear or hardware alone, warning that rules only matter if they protect the most vulnerable. He also floated a plan to guide Myanmar’s warring sides “under a tent” with a retired four-star general to enable humanitarian access. Regional Defence Deals: India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said a BrahMos missile agreement with Vietnam is already signed (not yet publicly announced) and an Indonesia pact is in the final stages, as ASEAN defence ties deepen. Local Governance & Livelihoods: In Cebu, reports say street vendors were confronted by Mayor Nestor Archival after complaints of coercive selling; authorities are verifying before possible charges. Health Watch: DOH-7 in Central Visayas reported dengue cases rising to 2,425 with 18 deaths (80% higher in fatalities), as extreme heat worsens both infectious and non-communicable risks. Community & Culture: Bacolod’s Chicken Inasal Festival crowned Barangay Granada (Timor-Leste) in arena dance, with other ASEAN barangays taking top spots.