North Korea-China Summit: Xi Jinping has arrived in Pyongyang for his first visit in seven years, aiming to reassert Beijing’s influence as Kim Jong Un seeks economic and political support amid isolation. EU Trade Security: Brussels plans a dedicated tool to cut reliance on China after trade deficits and rare-earth supply shocks, with trade chief Maroš Šefčovič warning diversification needs “a dedicated instrument.” Middle East Ceasefire Strain: Israel struck Beirut’s southern suburbs days after a Washington-brokered ceasefire took effect, as Hezbollah rejects the US deal and tensions risk widening. UN Food Warning: UN agencies say the Iran-linked energy shock is spilling into hunger—Somalia and Afghanistan are already seeing acute food insecurity. IMF on AI Risks: IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warns AI could worsen inequality unless shocks and labor impacts are built into policy planning. EU-India Growth Push: “Team Europe” is visiting Assam to back value chains from green energy to semiconductors and agri-food. South Africa Crackdown: President Ramaphosa announced tougher enforcement on illegal immigration, including immigration courts and harsher penalties for employers. UK-EU Politics: A UK Treasury minister said rejoining the EU is “an inevitability,” arguing Brexit damaged growth. Eurozone Data: Eurostat reports euro area GDP down 0.2% QoQ in Q1 2026, with inflation still pressured by energy costs.