ASEAN–Japan Health: Malaysia’s health minister says the inaugural ASEAN-Japan Health Ministers’ Meeting will deepen long-term cooperation on healthy ageing and Universal Health Coverage, building on workforce training, disease prevention and emergency preparedness. Chinese Return Migration: A new study highlights a surge in Chinese scientists leaving the U.S. for China, driven by tougher U.S. policy and bigger research budgets. Religious Liberty Push: The ERLC urges Trump and Rubio to press Xi on religious freedom in China and the release of imprisoned pastors ahead of Xi’s Washington visit. Black Samurai Story: Netflix’s “Yasuke” is back in focus as writers revisit the real-life African samurai’s arrival in Japan and his link to Oda Nobunaga. Indigenous Consent in Energy: NSCN-K says no oil, gas or mineral extraction in Nagaland–Assam’s disputed belt should proceed without indigenous landowners’ informed consent. BRICS Culture & Diplomacy: As India hosts BRICS, Modi’s meetings with Putin and Iran’s Pezeshkian spotlight trade, energy and maritime security, while the summit’s media kit spotlights regional foods and crafts. Arts & Heritage: Japan’s Edo-to-Meiji art spotlight and a new textile/fashion gallery in Cincinnati underscore how Asia’s visual culture keeps traveling.