India–US Maritime Row: India summoned the US Charge d’Affaires again over attacks on commercial vessels carrying Indian mariners in the Gulf of Oman, calling the use of lethal force “unacceptable” and demanding steps to stop further civilian deaths. India Fuel Controls: India restricted bulk petrol and diesel purchases from retail outlets for 90 days, capping diesel sales per customer/vehicle and banning resale to curb diversion and shortages amid Middle East-linked supply disruptions. Air India Crash Probe: On the one-year anniversary of the Ahmedabad disaster, investigators said they’ve made “significant progress” but still won’t set a final report timeline, leaving families pressing for answers. China–Myanmar Ties: China said Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will visit Beijing next week for talks with Xi, as Beijing seeks stability along the border after the 2021 coup. China Spying Accusations: China confirmed it arrested a US citizen, Min Zin, a Myanmar-focused think tank leader, on suspicion of espionage—another strain point in US-China relations. Nepal–China Diplomacy: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal will visit China June 14-17 for talks with Wang Yi and to court investment. Northeast Asia Watch: China and North Korea’s Xi-Kim summit underscores Pyongyang’s growing diplomatic weight and Beijing’s push to keep its ally close. Japan Energy Security: Japan’s PM says alternative oil procurement can cover all imports by July, with reserves and lubricant supply systems designed to reduce Hormuz-linked risk. Human Rights Debate: China’s human-rights development approach drew praise at a Beijing forum, while India’s political opposition bloc urged unity ahead of elections. Child Labour Spotlight: World Child Labour Day coverage highlighted India’s persistent child labour problem despite growth and legal safeguards.