IMF Debt Warning: The IMF says global public debt is now near 100% of world GDP—the highest since WWII—and expects it to rise as borrowing costs stay high and growth weakens. Markets & Energy: Oil prices surged above $100 and Strait of Hormuz disruptions helped drive a global bond selloff, pushing U.S. 10-year yields toward 5% and raising inflation-rate-hike fears. Middle East Navigation Diplomacy: South Korea and Iran held talks on keeping the Strait of Hormuz open; Kuwait also coordinated with Gulf states on safe navigation. Hong Kong Rights: A Hong Kong court sentenced three Tiananmen vigil organizers under the national security law, underscoring shrinking space for expression. Tech & Data Protection: South Korea’s gender minister said Google must take legal responsibility if a data leak exposed digital sex-crime victims’ personal information. AI Payments Governance: Visa, Mastercard and Ant International are building a “Know-Your-Agent” framework to authenticate AI agents and clarify responsibility in autonomous transactions. Public Health: Karnataka expanded its suicide/self-harm care program to all 37 government hospitals, aiming to close gaps in psychosocial support. Regional Development & Culture: Korea’s cities are leaning on culture-led growth, with a national cultural city fair highlighting heritage as an economic strategy. BRICS Summit Prep: India’s PM says BRICS in New Delhi will deliver “positive and meaningful” talks as leaders arrive amid tight security. Environment & Wildlife: NSW detected H5 bird flu in new areas, while Indonesia rescued six orangutans from wildfire-burned habitat.