ASEAN Diplomacy vs Military-First Talk: Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta pushed back at the Shangri-La Dialogue, saying peace needs prevention and dialogue—not just missiles and ships—warning that when rules protect some and not others, small states lose faith in international order. Regional Security Deals: India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said Vietnam’s BrahMos missile agreement is already signed (not yet publicly announced) and Indonesia’s is in the final stages, as ASEAN states weigh defence cooperation amid great-power pressure. Myanmar Peace Proposal: Ramos-Horta floated a plan to guide Myanmar’s warring sides “under a tent” with a retired four-star Southeast Asian general, aiming for humanitarian access without preconditions. ASEAN-Russia Summit: ASEAN leaders are preparing for a June summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, with the Philippines’ top diplomat confirming talks with Moscow. Timor-Leste Energy Watch: Woodside says the Greater Sunrise gas project could still end up on Australian soil, while work continues with Timor-Leste under last year’s cooperation agreement. Health Alert (Central Visayas): DOH 7 reported dengue cases rising to 2,425 with 18 deaths (80% higher fatalities), as extreme heat also worsens non-communicable diseases.