US-Vietnam Trade Tension: The Trump administration has opened an investigation into Vietnam’s intellectual property protection and enforcement, warning it could trigger new tariffs or other trade measures. Regional Security & Diplomacy: Vietnam’s President To Lam used the Shangri-La Dialogue keynote to warn of three global crises and push for solutions from the Asia-Pacific, while also stressing Vietnam’s approach to rising tensions. Hanoi-Singapore State Visit: To Lam and a Vietnamese delegation laid flowers at Ho Chi Minh’s memorial in Singapore’s Asian Civilisations Museum as part of his visit and attendance at the security forum. Crime Across Borders: Police say a gang-related killing tied to Australia’s “Coconut Cartel” is raising alarms about organised crime networks across the Pacific after arrests in Vietnam and links to a major meth seizure. Food Security Watch: Asian rice prices jumped sharply in May, with analysts pointing to war and weather risks that could keep costs elevated. Culture & Kids: Vietnam’s nationwide film week for International Children’s Day runs May 31–June 7, with screenings via mobile teams and FPT Play. Transport & Industry: Honda Vietnam flagged electrification plans, including EV models and charging/battery-swapping expansion, alongside Euro 4 standards for new petrol bikes.