Plastic Policy Push: The Philippines’ DENR is working with UNDP to set methods for “upstream interventions” under its Extended Producer Responsibility law, aiming to reward companies for preventing plastic waste before it’s generated. Global Finance Watch: Bank Indonesia welcomed S&P’s “BBB” rating affirmation, saying any fiscal and external weakening is seen as temporary while revenue and exports recover. UN Diplomacy & Aid: India backed Palestine’s UN membership bid and reiterated a two-state solution, highlighting healthcare, education and vocational support. Security Council Campaign: India’s Jaishankar launched its 2028–29 UNSC bid with a “SHANTI” agenda, pitching reformed multilateralism and a stronger Global South voice. Gaza Humanitarian Friction: UN reporting again alleges Hamas obstructed aid distribution, keeping pressure on access and accountability. Cybersecurity Alert: US and allies warned Russian FSB-linked hackers are exploiting vulnerable routers to target critical infrastructure. Energy & Climate: Indonesia rolled out mandatory B50 biodiesel, while UNICEF warned 3.7 million Afghan children face heightened malnutrition risk. Rule-of-Law Clash: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio escalated efforts to dismantle the International Criminal Court, framing it as a threat to US sovereignty.