Bangkok Fire Update: A deadly fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao music bar in Bangkok has killed 30 people, with more than 70 injured and 24 in critical condition; investigators are checking the cause and whether safety rules were followed, and many victims were found trapped in windowless bathrooms. Myanmar-Thai Diplomacy: Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing is set to make his first official visit to Thailand next month as Bangkok pushes to normalize relations after years of isolation following the 2021 coup. Regional Cybersecurity: Cambodia hosted the Lancang-Mekong Regional Cybersecurity Forum, bringing officials from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam to discuss protecting digital infrastructure and strengthening regional defenses. Laos Media Roadmap: Laos concluded its first National Media Conference, adopting a plan to strengthen Party leadership and modernize the media sector through 2030. Tourism Safety Warning: UK authorities say methanol poisoning warnings now cover 29 destinations, including Laos, urging travellers to recognize symptoms and seek urgent care. Cross-Border Payments: Vietnam’s NCB launched VietQR Global, supporting QR payments for tourists using apps from China, South Korea, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, with more markets planned.