UAE–Panama Trade Talks: UAE’s foreign trade minister met Panama officials and business leaders under the “UAE Trade Days” push to boost trade, investment, and supply-chain resilience. ASEAN Tourism & Culture: Malaysia and Vietnam agreed to deepen cooperation in tourism and culture, including medical and halal tourism, aiming for stronger joint promotion and industry links. Regional Tourism Tech: APEC tourism ministers in Macao backed “digital innovation” and better connectivity to grow Asia-Pacific travel and collaboration. Finance & Credit: Nepal saw average commercial bank base rates fall below 5% as deposit growth outpaced private credit demand. Banking Stability: Ghana’s central bank governor said recovery proves Africa must build stronger domestic debt markets for long-term stability. Supply Chain Governance: Bulgaria’s customs chief met WCO leadership on modernization, digitalization, and Bulgaria’s role as an Europe–Asia land gateway. Human Rights & Rights Backlash: Istanbul again banned Pride, with organizers condemning repression and arrests. AI for Public Oversight: India launched an AI-enabled Rural Internal Audit Portal to replace paper-based audits and improve governance. Energy Transition: South Africa’s Naos-1 project signed a 660MWh battery storage deal to pair solar with dispatchable power. Sports & Culture: India’s women’s cricket and men’s volleyball both made headlines, while Sabah’s Lepa Regatta festival drew tourists with living heritage.