Trade Facilitation: The Philippines and Israel signed an Authorized Economic Operator mutual recognition deal to speed customs clearance for approved firms, cut unnecessary inspections, and boost supply-chain security. US–Philippines Investment Push: A 25-member US business delegation toured Subic Bay Freeport to scout logistics and manufacturing opportunities under the Luzon Economic Corridor. Corporate Dealmaking: AstraZeneca agreed to pay up to $1.5bn for global rights to Dizal’s lung cancer pill Zegfrovy, expanding targeted oral options for exon 20 insertion patients. Maritime Security: Russia’s drone strike on a Togo-flagged cargo ship in Ukraine’s Odesa region killed five seafarers and injured 12, with port damage reported. Energy & Markets: Oil prices rose about 3% after Middle East strikes, while China’s exports surged amid AI-driven demand. Regional Economy: Malaysia’s PM ordered follow-up help for manufacturers facing global supply-chain cost pressure, with plastics singled out as a key input for multiple industries. Digital & Logistics: Malaysia’s SKL signed an MoU with Hong Kong airport authorities to improve air cargo and connectivity, while Ethiopia approved €124.6m in concessional loans to fund budget support and digital systems. Business Environment: Qatar invited companies to submit challenges via the Sharek platform to shape policy and improve the business climate.