Vietnam Healthcare Modernisation: Vietnam is pushing healthcare modernisation from the grassroots up, with reforms under Resolution 72-NQ/TW focusing on stronger commune/ward health management, better local disease control, and more tech and vaccine self-reliance. Affordable Housing Policy: The National Assembly is set to debate amendments to the 2023 Housing Law, with a clear emphasis on affordable rental housing and simplifying compliance for construction investment. Pharma & Medical Trade: Pharmedi Vietnam 2026 is gearing up in Ho Chi Minh City, aiming to bring together 600+ exhibitors and thousands of trade visitors around pharmaceuticals, devices, diagnostics, digital health, and eldercare/rehab solutions. TB Exposure Alert (Global): A child treated for tuberculosis attended a Tasmanian daycare, triggering precautionary testing for close contacts; the risk of spread was described as low. AI Governance Watch: A regional look at AI regulation says Vietnam is moving toward binding AI legislation, while other ASEAN countries lean on different governance models. Water & Air Care (Design/Quality): Coway’s air-care products earned major international design recognition, highlighting ongoing innovation in everyday health-related devices.