Taiwan Strait Tensions: China Coast Guard swapped patrol formations east of Taiwan Island, calling the operation routine law enforcement to safeguard sovereignty and fishermen’s rights, while Taipei monitors the activity. EU–China Friction: Germany summoned China’s ambassador over reports of Russian soldiers being trained in China; a Chinese expert says the claims are meant to divert attention from Europe’s Ukraine-linked internal pressures. Digital Economy Rules: China is soliciting public opinion on draft amendments to the E-commerce Law, with new countermeasure provisions a key focus as regulators tighten platform liability and coordination. China–Sweden Diplomacy: Wang Yi met Swedish leaders in Stockholm, urging “correct mutual perception” and cooperation under the UN-centered international system, while Sweden pressed for fair competition. BRI Under Scrutiny: A new look at CPEC after a Jiwani bombing highlights security and investment risks for China’s flagship corridor. Tech & Trade: Hong Kong handled over half of China’s chip imports in Jan–May 2026, underscoring its role as a high-tech trading hub amid US-China tensions. Weather Impacts: Heavy rains in Liaoning killed three people and triggered emergency relocations. Space & Science: China launched the Qianfan Polar-Orbit 13 satellite group and published a 10-meter lakeshore wetland dataset for 2019–2023.