Korea-Japan Security: South Korea and Japan reaffirmed denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula and agreed to deepen defence cooperation, including expanded maritime search-and-rescue drills and more AI-focused exchanges. Japan Weather & Risk: A 6.1 quake hit northeastern Japan with no tsunami warning; separate storms Mekkhala and Higos brought floods and landslides, leaving one dead. India-Pakistan Tensions: India rejected Pakistan’s “baseless” claims linking it to a Karachi attack on Sindh Rangers, urging Pakistan to tackle terror infrastructure at home. India Energy Pressure: India faces a potential weaker monsoon tied to El Niño, raising stakes for crops, food prices and water security. China Clean Power: China’s installed power capacity hit 4.01bn kW, led by non-fossil sources, as renewables and nuclear projects expand. Bangladesh-China Push: Bangladesh plans to fast-track major projects with China, including Mongla Port upgrades and large investments across highways, energy and logistics. India-Seychelles: PM Modi became the first Indian PM to address Seychelles’ parliament, stressing Indian Ocean security and stability as a shared priority. Aviation Leap: India conducted its first satellite-guided jet landing using LPV/SBAS tech, boosting precision at secondary airports. Tech & Trade: India-US talks advanced chips, AI, quantum and critical minerals cooperation, while Japan and South Korea also moved to strengthen defence exchanges. Sports & Culture: APEC tourism ministers met in Macao to push digital innovation and connectivity for Asia-Pacific travel.