Editorial Appointments: Ateneo aquaculture scientist Janice A. Ragaza landed associate editor and board roles at Animal Feed Science and Technology and the Journal of Applied Aquaculture, underscoring rising Southeast Asian research influence. Mariculture Safety: Alaska Sea Grant and AMSEA/UAS rolled out new mariculture-focused safety training for oyster and seaweed crews, tailored to smaller farm operations. Community Tilapia Boost: World Vision’s CARA project is stocking Mozambique tilapia in Kwene (Malaita) ponds to improve protein access and climate-resilient livelihoods. India Export Push: India is setting up Marine Export Zones under the SEZ framework, starting with five pilot zones in Tamil Nadu, aiming to integrate farming, processing, cold chain and logistics. U.S. Coastal Funding: Congress extended the National Sea Grant College Program through 2026, supporting coastal resilience and sustainable seafood work. Trade Friction: Malaysian sea bass farmers say Thailand’s stricter inspections have halted exports, pushing some to switch species while they wait. Climate Risk for Feed & Fish: India’s CMFRI warns El Niño could cut oil sardine availability in 2027, with knock-on effects for fishing and aquaculture. Biosecurity & Policy: Malaysia and Thailand are negotiating technical requirements for sea bass and prawn trade to protect food safety and aquatic animal health. Marine Heat Mitigation: The U.S. Army Corps installed “fish bubblers” at dams to cool salmon migration routes and reduce heat stress. Aquaculture Meets Offshore Wind: Saitec’s DemoSATH is testing multi-trophic aquaculture alongside floating wind, using nature-inclusive design to support marine life. Invasive Species Watch: Vietnam reports a giant Amazonian arapaima catch, raising fears of a broader invasive predator problem. Regional Governance: St. Vincent and the Grenadines held consultations to advance fisheries, seafood safety and aquaculture development under UBEC.