China-Bangladesh diplomacy: Xi Jinping met PM Tarique Rahman in Beijing and backed a “China-Bangladesh community with a shared future,” while also backing a China-Myanmar-Bangladesh economic corridor to boost connectivity and trade. Regional connectivity plan: China’s PMO-linked proposal would route development via Myanmar and includes port modernization ideas for Chittagong and Mongla. Anti-drug crackdown: Myanmar authorities burned over 50 tons of seized heroin, meth, opium and other drugs in a major operation tied to UN anti-drug day, with officials citing a sharp rise in this year’s street value. Cross-border scam victims: Despite raids since 2024, thousands—including at least 18 Filipinos—remain trapped in Thai-Myanmar border scam compounds, with victims forced into scams and sold across groups. Myanmar domestic flashpoints: m.CDM reports a commander “Pale Maung” was shot dead in Sagaing during a district meeting, amid ongoing fighting and arrests. Culture & civic space under pressure: A “Flower Strike” crackdown saw dozens arrested for possessing, selling, or posting flower images tied to Aung San Suu Kyi’s birthday. Engaged Buddhism: Jungto Society hosted a study tour in South Korea for INEB leaders and activists, including participants from Myanmar. Human rights and migration: UN and global coverage highlights widening refugee and protection pressures, including major US Supreme Court moves affecting asylum and temporary protections.