China’s Lawmaking: China’s top legislature’s standing committee heard reports on draft revisions to the trademark law and certified public accountants rules, plus central government final accounts for 2025, as it moves bills toward further deliberation. China–Europe Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Austria’s EU affairs minister in Beijing, stressing mutual respect and UN Security Council coordination ahead of Austria’s UN term. Trade & Supply Chains: China used the China–Eurasia Expo and a major supply-chain expo in Beijing to pitch “GEAR” upgrades—green growth, ecosystem building, AI, and resilience—while showcasing cross-border business links, including Afghan participation. Bangladesh–China Pivot: Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman pressed for Chinese support on development and the China–Bangladesh Friendship Hospital during talks in Beijing, as Dhaka and Beijing signed 13 MoUs across trade, investment, health, education, and green cooperation. India–EU Values: India and the EU held their 12th human rights dialogue in New Delhi, reaffirming commitments to democracy and rights. India–US/UK Economic Push: India’s commerce minister Piyush Goyal met export bodies to speed approvals and market access, while India–UK CETA preparations point to July 15 implementation. Philippines Growth Hit: S&P cut the Philippines’ 2026 growth forecast sharply, citing stalled infrastructure spending and energy shocks. Japan Security Debate: Japan’s manpower strain is fueling debate over whether AI can help the Self-Defense Forces as remilitarisation and constitutional politics intensify. Regional Security Networks: A new “hub-and-spoke” style security web is emerging across the South China Sea, with defense deals and information-sharing arrangements expanding beyond formal alliances. Climate & Health: Singapore warned of a high haze risk later this year tied to El Niño and deforestation pressures; Japan research highlights progress toward hepatitis elimination by 2050. Corruption Probe: Sri Lanka’s bribery commission arrested three suspects, including a former justice minister’s son, in a Rs. 120 million alleged Dubai-linked bribery case.