Philippines–Japan Economic Ties: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Tokyo visit could see a new Philippines–Japan double taxation convention signed by May 29, aiming to replace the 1980 framework and boost cross-border investment. Philippines–Japan Investment Push: A business roundtable in Tokyo secured about $3.4 billion in Japanese investment pledges, with expectations for jobs and supply-chain upgrades. China–South Korea Rights Flashpoint: Chinese dissident Dong Guangping was detained in South Korea after a 30-hour sea escape by rubber boat, after repeated failed attempts to reach Canada. India Aviation Hit by Fuel Costs: Air India and IndiGo are cutting June–July domestic flights as jet fuel prices rise amid the Iran war, with passengers offered rebooking or refunds. PhilSA Space Safety Alert: The Philippine Space Agency warned of possible debris drop zones from China’s Long March 7A rocket within the country’s EEZ off Northern Luzon. Southeast Asia Tech Investment: Amazon plans to invest $33B+ in cloud and AI infrastructure across Southeast Asia through 2039, supporting jobs and digital growth. Uzbekistan Tourism via China: Uzbekistan is promoting tourism at ITB China Shanghai, leaning on digital platforms like Fliggy as interest from Chinese travelers rises. China–Serbia Diplomacy: Xi Jinping and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic highlighted expanding cooperation and signed multiple documents during Vucic’s China visit. India Ebola Watch: India says there’s no confirmed Ebola case while monitoring suspected travel-related symptoms. Gold Moves in India: Gold prices in Delhi fell by Rs 1,100 as US-Iran tensions and dollar demand sway markets.