ASEAN Peace Pact: Cambodia urged ASEAN to actively uphold the bloc’s peace, non-interference and sovereignty principles, saying the Cambodia-Thailand border issue is regional, not just bilateral. Pacific Security: Taiwan warned the “Ocean of Peace” must be led by Pacific partners, as China’s missile activity raises regional alarm and Australia-Pacific security commitments intensify. West Asia Defence Pacts: Iran hit back at Saudi Arabia’s new trilateral defence deal with Turkey and Pakistan, arguing written agreements can’t replace real security. US Minerals Push: The Trump administration announced $3bn for critical minerals and battery projects to boost domestic production and defence supply chains. China Storm Response: China activated emergency measures as Typhoon Dolphin nears the east coast, with alerts and flood response steps for multiple provinces. Indonesia Welfare Reform: A look at why Indonesia’s welfare changes are driven as much by politics as by policy design. New Zealand Energy Debate: Pacific families face a fossil-fuel vs renewables choice as NZ First backs offshore resource surveys while the Greens push faster community solar. Sports & Society: Pakistan cricket’s Khushdil Shah denied “fake news” about quitting, while Thailand mourns a school shooting that killed multiple students and teachers. Culture: Fiji’s Sina relaunch drew a full house in Suva, highlighting renewed Pacific performing arts momentum.