UN Women & UNGA 81: UN Women says women’s political leadership gains are being rolled back worldwide, warning the international system can’t deliver peace and human rights without equal power access. Nepal Flood Response: Nepal flash floods leave six South African nationals unaccounted for as DNA profiles are collected with South African police and shared with Interpol. China Legal Cooperation: China’s Supreme People’s Court opens a seminar in Shanghai to boost international commercial dispute resolution, stressing equal treatment and wider use of mediation and arbitration. Ghana Health Partnership: Ghana renews its Mercy Ships deal, bringing the hospital ship Global Mercy back to deliver free surgeries and training. South Korea Succession Watch: Seoul’s spy agency reiterates that Kim Jong Un’s daughter is the likely successor, even amid reports of possible siblings. Middle East Security: Spain condemns Iranian missiles over Jordan and warns of escalation risk. BRICS & Diplomacy: BRICS summit activity continues in Delhi, with leaders arriving and Iran-India efforts aimed at bridging divides. Tech & Governance: South Africa’s GovTech 2026 gears up to spotlight digital transformation, while Auckland confirms appointments to a new regional transport committee. Sports & Culture: Tahiti beats Solomon Islands to reach the OFC U-19 final and qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup; Bucharest International Film Festival 2026 announces its competition lineup.