Women’s Cricket Governance: The ICC moved the inaugural six-team Women’s Champions Trophy from Sri Lanka to India, with matches in Mumbai and Vadodara (Feb 14–28), after Sri Lanka Cricket faced government-linked board issues. China–Nepal Disaster Response: After the Aug. 26 mudslide at Gyirong Port, China’s Tibet region confirmed 21 dead and 541 missing, while Nepal and India report far higher totals and continued rescue, aid flights, and road repairs. India–Nepal Humanitarian Aid: India says it has rescued 166 nationals from flood-hit Nepal and sent about 74 tonnes of relief so far, including medical supplies and rescue equipment. Japan Defence Modernisation: Japan’s PM urged faster adoption of AI and unmanned defence assets ahead of revisions to key security documents, as China and North Korea pressures grow. ASEAN Digital Policy: ASEAN is set to sign a Digital Economy Framework Agreement covering data governance, AI cooperation, digital identity, cybersecurity and digital trade. Pacific Security Push: Pacific leaders were urged to turn security declarations into practical outcomes amid threats from crime and cyber harms to climate impacts. Religious Freedom Tensions: India condemned Pakistan’s demolition of a century-old Hindu temple in Narowal, demanding investigation and protection for minorities. China Overseas Influence Claims: A U.S.-linked report alleges a nonprofit tied to a suspected Chinese spy maintained CCP-linked staffing in political offices, renewing scrutiny of foreign influence. China EV Price Rules: China issued guidance telling automakers to avoid overseas price wars and set clearer price tiers.