BRICS Diplomacy & West Asia: India steered BRICS to adopt the New Delhi Declaration after bridging Gulf divisions, backing local-currency trade and calling for “maximum restraint” amid West Asia tensions, with leaders also weighing de-escalation and a two-state framework for Palestine. Hong Kong Global South Push: Hong Kong’s finance chief said the city is deepening Belt and Road and Global South links across finance and innovation/tech, citing momentum from the 11th Belt and Road Summit. Philippines Investment & AI: Manila is pitching itself as an ASEAN digital and supply-chain hub, while also unveiling a major plan to build AI backbone infrastructure by 2033 to attract higher-value investment. Philippines Power Strain: A report warns high electricity prices are hurting competitiveness and investment, arguing the country must modernize the power system for affordability and reliability. Yemen Exodus to Djibouti: UN-linked reporting says over 2,000 people have reached Djibouti after intensified Yemen fighting, as Houthi advances threaten key Red Sea routes. India Sports Integrity: India faces scrutiny after a spate of doping positives ahead of major events, with authorities warning more cases could emerge. Local Governance & Pollution: Delhi is upgrading vehicle testing with cameras and new automated stations to tighten checks on commercial fleets. Culture & Community: Macau’s Na Tcha temples launch a folk-belief festival to promote intangible heritage across Southeast Asia, while the Philippines’ Alex Eala is set for a landmark Philippine Arena showcase blending tennis and pop culture.