Cabinet Reshuffle & Succession Planning: Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah announced a major reshuffle, appointing Prince Abdul Mateen as foreign minister and Prince Abdul Malik to the Prime Minister’s Office, alongside new portfolios aimed at tighter policy coordination. Public Finance & Governance: Nepal’s finance minister faced scrutiny over attempts to register “error correction” amendments to arbitrary tax rates in an economic bill, while the government also pushed for tighter budget execution at the Nepal Electricity Authority. Mining Policy: Nepal proposed a new mining bill that would bar private firms from excavating radioactive minerals like uranium, limiting such work to government-owned companies and tightening fees, royalties, and license enforcement. Labour & International Standards: Qatar’s labour minister met the ILO chief to expand cooperation on work conditions, competitiveness, and workforce training. Health System Oversight: Ireland’s health minister questioned Rotunda Hospital’s public-only consultant practice and warned insurance audits could trigger funding consequences. Charity & Community Support: Johor’s Friday Charity Meal Programme distributes food packs via mosques, while a Lakeshore aviation non-profit held an open house fundraiser for youth. Local Service Delivery: Malta published a full list of ministerial responsibilities under Prime Minister Abela’s new Cabinet, and Scotland lawmakers urged funding to protect lifeline flights. Corruption Verdict: China sentenced former Tibet government head Che Dalha to life in prison for corruption-related gains.