Climate & Disaster Watch: The UN weather body and the World Meteorological Organization warn a likely El Niño event in June–August 2026 (about 80% now, rising to 90% through at least November) could bring extreme heat, drought and heavier rainfall risks across many regions, including Indonesia. Inflation & Trade: Indonesia’s annual inflation hit 3.08% in May as food and transport prices rose, while exports grew 5.48% in Jan–Apr and the country posted a trade surplus. Waste-to-Fuel Tech: BRIN says it has developed second-generation pyrolysis tech to convert plastic waste into industrial fuel, aiming to scale capacity from 1.25 tons/day and eventually up to 5 tons/day. Business & Startups: SG Enviro closed a Series A to expand across Southeast Asia; Return Helper raised USD 4 million to grow cross-border returns and build AI agents for return decisions. Education & Youth: Indonesia plans to revitalize 3,865 early childhood education schools for the 13-year compulsory program and will offer certification for MagangHub interns in 15 competency areas. Health & Culture: BPOM says jamu could reach Rp1.2 trillion, pushing for standardized herbal medicines and stronger research and downstream processing. Legal & Governance: Former Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim denies corruption allegations in a laptop procurement case as investors worry about legal risks. Digital Safety: Malaysia begins enforcing an under-16 social media ban with age verification, adding pressure on the region to tighten child online protections.