Transport Policy Debate: WP MPs warned Singapore against over-relying on mega transport projects like Changi T5 and Tuas Port, arguing the city should also build exportable digital transport infrastructure and data-owned “fleet analytics” to hedge trade volatility. Energy Infrastructure: Construction has started on Kinetics’ first high-capacity FSRU, LNGT Karadeniz, at Seatrium’s Tuas yard, targeting up to 600m ft3/d to boost flexible LNG supply. AI & Healthcare: A*STAR-linked forum in Singapore highlighted cross-border work on “intelligent health”, with Sin-Iron outlining its Singapore IP and innovation roadmap plus new research collaboration phases. Biotech/Health Research: Duke-NUS researchers reported a molecular mechanism showing how exercise can reverse aging-related muscle decline by lowering DEAF1 and restoring protein balance. Maritime/Shipping: Singapore again topped the Xinhua-Baltic shipping hub index for the 13th straight year, while Shanghai jumped to second, underscoring Asia’s tightening maritime competition. Offshore Wind Logistics: Marco Polo Marine’s PKR Offshore signed a framework with Siemens Gamesa for commissioning service operation vessels across Taiwan, South Korea and Japan from 2028/2029. Regional Demographics: Vietnam’s new population law kicks in with subsidies and expanded leave, but analysts say it may struggle to reverse rapid aging.