China–US People-to-People Symbol: A red-crowned crane dubbed “Crane Cal” became an online hit after a Jiangsu visit by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, turning wildlife storytelling into a friendship narrative across the Pacific. US–China Tech Sanctions: China announced export curbs on 10 US military-linked firms and procurement restrictions on 46 others, escalating a tech-and-security dispute after US moves targeting Chinese companies. China Solid-Tumor CAR-T: CARsgen’s CAR-T therapy for Claudin18.2-positive solid tumors is nearing China approval, with regulators pledging faster review support. India Internet Resilience: India’s MeitY is pushing for a root server in India via ICANN to strengthen long-term internet resilience amid rising cyber/malware attacks. India–Africa Vaccine Role: A report highlights India’s Serum Institute of India as a fast vaccine manufacturer for Africa after an Ebola-related summit postponement. Energy & Grid Buildout: JERA plans a large US gas-fired plant for a co-located data center, reflecting AI-driven power demand. South Asia Ports: India’s port expansion push leans on new legal and digital trade documentation to speed transshipment and cut turnaround times. Malaysia–China STI Cooperation: Malaysia and China agreed to deepen AI, biotech, green tech and advanced materials collaboration and technology commercialisation via joint programmes. EVs in China: NEVs hit 56.9% of new car sales in May as AI features and falling costs drive demand. Waste Tech Funding (India): Recykal raised $23m bridge funding to scale its deposit return system and circular-economy platform. Defense Sales Watch: India is in talks with the UAE to sell BrahMos and potentially Akashteer air defence systems. AI in Banking (Markets): New reports project rapid growth for embedded finance and e-banking as digital payments and banking-as-a-service expand.