West Asia Energy & Cyber: Iran says it has found 7.5 trillion cubic feet of gas south of Fars, even as sanctions and war disrupt production; meanwhile, Iran-linked hackers shut a UK power plant for four days, underscoring how conflict is spilling into critical infrastructure. US-Iran Tensions & Hormuz: Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir heads to Tehran as Islamabad tries to revive stalled US-Iran mediation, while experts warn Washington’s Hormuz rhetoric could raise the risk of wider oil disruption. Regional Trade & Supply Chains: Singapore’s PM Wong pushed back on US demands to trace every shipment through the city-state, saying it’s unrealistic while stressing Singapore will enforce rules against forced labour and disguised origins. South Asia Diplomacy: India’s BRICS outreach invitations to Nepal and Bangladesh aim to deepen South Asian engagement and reset ties amid a shifting global order. Business & Tech: APAC firms are ramping up AI spending, with many C-suites betting on measurable returns; LG Energy Solution unveiled a sulfide solid-state battery prototype with a 50% energy-density jump. Malaysia Economy & Capital Markets: Malaysia’s IPO push is moving into stricter ESG disclosure, with investors warning weak reporting can hit valuations. Sports & Culture: Hong Kong hosts ABU Robocon 2026 with a “Kung Fu Quest” theme, blending tradition and robotics.