AI Safety & Governance: UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged countries to build “guardrails” for safe, transparent, accountable AI, warning against a “race to the bottom” on AI safety. Digital Regulation: Singapore’s Josephine Teo said AI safeguards could mirror civil aviation—standards, testing, and training—citing Singapore’s AI Safety Institute and governance frameworks. Migration & Education Policy: Australia will bar most international students from bringing family members and tighten “visa hopping” rules, drawing concern from universities and students. International Diplomacy Check: India’s MEA dismissed social media claims that world leaders fell sick after the BRICS summit as “fake” and “misleading.” Energy Security: Malaysia’s economy minister said energy supply disruptions are now spreading beyond petrol into natural gas and coal, affecting electricity costs. Regional Security: South Korea is reviewing possible troop deployment near the Strait of Hormuz with a focus on navigational safety and supply-chain protection. Gender Equality: The Netherlands fell to 46th in the Global Gender Gap Index as progress stalls, especially on political empowerment. Counterterrorism Watch: The Atlantic Council warned Afghanistan under the Taliban remains a terrorism hub, with networks adapting despite reduced central control. Nuclear Materials: Saudi Arabia reported 110 million tonnes of uranium-bearing ore in the Medina region, as it explores uranium recovery alongside nuclear power plans. Local Governance & Social Protection: Liberia’s government-led REALISE project made first cash payments to 50 female fishmongers via World Bank and partners.