China-Myanmar Diplomacy: Beijing confirmed President Min Aung Hlaing will visit China from June 15–19 for talks with Xi, as China signals renewed “pauk-phaw” ties and deeper strategic cooperation. Espionage Crackdown: In a politically sensitive move ahead of the trip, China detained U.S. scholar Min Zin (ISP-Myanmar) on suspicion of espionage and “endangering” Chinese national security, with the U.S. saying it is aware and seeking consular access. Cross-Border Security: Myanmar’s Tatmadaw says it is trying to reopen the Kalay–Tamu border trade route after PDF disruptions, launching phased area-clearance operations from both ends. Sanctions & Sports Rights: A Myanmar rights group urged FIFA to revoke Mytel’s exclusive World Cup broadcast rights, arguing the military-linked telecom operator profits from the junta. Regional Humanitarian Politics (Malaysia): Malaysia’s PM Anwar told Rohingya refugees to follow local laws or face firm action, while Perak police urged the public not to take matters into their own hands. Labour & Rights Pressure: IndustriALL pushed the ILO to cut funding to Myanmar’s junta over forced-labour and freedom-of-association violations in the garment sector. Border Tensions (Bangladesh-India): Bangladesh’s BGB and India’s BSF held a border meeting in New Delhi amid “push-in” disputes involving Rohingya and Myanmar nationals.