US-India Security Talks: US Ambassador Sergio Gor met NSA Ajit Doval, calling the partnership “fruitful” as both sides align on shared global security goals. Regional Energy Finance: Malaysia’s MIDA chief warned ASEAN faces a US$200B annual energy-transition funding gap through 2030, urging stronger cross-border coordination like an integrated ASEAN Power Grid. ASEAN Aviation Links: Cebu’s MCIA plans more direct flights from November, adding routes to Vietnam, Japan and China as airlines adjust amid Middle East fuel disruptions. Journalist Safety Pact: Malaysia’s Media Council and SUHAKAM signed an MoU to train journalists, tackle harassment, and build a gender-media-rights working group. Global Logistics Push: Saudi Arabia will host the Global Logistics Forum and UNCTAD Global Supply Chain Forum in Riyadh in late November, aiming to cement its logistics hub role. Nuclear Cooperation: Syria reaffirmed transparent cooperation with the IAEA for peaceful nuclear applications, saying an IAEA delegation will visit soon. Health Access Deal: Charter Medical Group and Vhi launched a Mullingar endoscopy pilot to guarantee capacity, cut waiting times, and track outcomes. Global South Solidarity: India sent 8 MT of essential medicines to Bolivia to support public healthcare capacity. Tech Leadership Move: Coca-Cola named Michelle Arlotta-Routh to lead global tech capabilities, focusing on enterprise platforms and systems. International Drug Bust: Malaysia’s Op Lejogaster seized about 270 kg of cannabis and arrested nine suspects, with investigators saying syndicates shift routes when airports tighten security.