India Economy & Politics: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India grew 7.7% in FY2025-26 and insisted there is “no crisis awaiting” the country, taking aim at Rahul Gandhi’s warnings. China-Mongolia Ties: China’s Wang Yi said talks with Mongolia delivered broad consensus on building a shared future, with both sides stressing trust and cooperation. West Asia Shock to Asia: Analysts warn the Iran-linked energy, shipping and food/fertiliser disruptions could linger into 2027, keeping global growth under pressure. South Asia Growth Outlook: The World Bank expects South Asia’s growth to soften to 6.3% in 2026 as higher energy costs and supply disruptions bite. Indonesia Investor Worries: Indonesia’s economy faces a “perfect storm” of high energy prices and policy concerns, with the rupiah near record lows and investors still cautious. India-France Tech Push: PM Modi and French President Macron inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, spotlighting deep-tech startups and research links. Regional Business & Deals: Tashkent’s TIIF-2026 investment forum kicks off mid-June, while Venture Forum 2026 in Việt Nam points to a new M&A phase driven by tech and domestic capital. Tech & Industry: Samsung unveiled industry-first 12-layer 3D-TSV chip packaging, and JPMorgan says China’s AI “hundred model” race is shifting toward measurable enterprise value. Cybercrime Alert: Cambodia is flagged as a growing transnational cybercrime hub, raising pressure on cybersecurity and tourism.