West Asia Security Realignment: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed the “Mecca Pact,” treating an attack on one as an attack on all, reshaping the region’s security map and raising questions about new rival blocs. India–China Friction: Chinese experts criticized India’s move to standardize 27 locations in China’s Zangnan area on its official map, calling it self-deception that could complicate border talks. Japan Nuclear Debate: Japan’s leaders are pushing for a renewed nuclear weapons discussion as the country marks the 1945 atomic bomb anniversaries, challenging its long-standing pacifist stance. Trade Shifts: Germany’s exports to China fell more than 12% in H1 as Chinese firms increasingly produce inside China, widening Germany’s trade deficit. ASEAN Anniversary: Cambodia’s FM said ASEAN’s success depends on active participation across society, while stressing peace as a daily choice grounded in restraint, dialogue and rule of law. Bangladesh Trade Push: Bangladesh is preparing EU free-trade talks while pursuing RCEP entry, aiming to deepen major export ties. US Visa Policy: Experts warned a US proposal to end the 60-day H-1B job-loss grace period could cause displacement and hit Indian talent pipelines. Sports & Culture: Chelsea drew 3-3 with JDT in Malaysia; Japan’s nuclear debate and ASEAN’s anniversary dominated regional headlines; Qatar’s beach volleyball duo won top AVC honors in Bangkok.