India-Myanmar Trade & Connectivity: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing’s five-day visit to India wrapped up this week with talks focused on border security, defence cooperation, and boosting commerce, including support for the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism and closer ties in agro-processing, energy, petroleum and mining. Logistics & Ports: Myanmar’s leader also visited Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority in Mumbai, underscoring maritime links that could help long-stalled regional transport projects. Energy Deal Spotlight: Sungrow announced commercial operation of a 110MW PV plus 20MW/40MWh solar-and-storage project in Myanmar, positioning it as the country’s largest PV power base. Mining Safety Shock: A major explosives blast in Myanmar’s rebel-held areas killed dozens (reports cite 45–55) and damaged homes, with rescue teams still searching rubble and authorities probing causes. Regional Anti-Drug Push: Vietnam, China, Laos and Myanmar agreed on a joint crackdown on cross-border drug crime, with tighter monitoring of chemical precursors along the Laos-Myanmar and China-Myanmar borders. US Tariff Pressure on Asia: The Trump administration proposed forced-labour-linked tariffs of 10%+ for many partners and 12.5% for others, including India and Singapore—raising new trade-cost risks for regional supply chains. Myanmar Minerals in Focus: Separate coverage highlights growing international attention on Myanmar’s critical minerals and rare earths as India seeks deeper cooperation while managing China’s influence. Mizoram Agriculture & Policy: Mizoram launched a ginger mission and price support scheme to boost cash-crop value, while the state also eased liquor rules for medical permits—signals of shifting rural economic policy.