West Asia Fuel Shock: Malaysia’s MOF says RON95 and diesel retail prices will rise from July 16–22, citing higher crude risk premiums after renewed US-Iran attacks and Strait of Hormuz shipping concerns. Airline Profit Pressure: China’s “Big Three” state carriers warn first-half losses as fuel costs surge, reversing earlier gains. Maritime Tragedy: An Indian marine engineer missing after an Iran-linked attack on a merchant ship off Oman has been confirmed dead; family awaits his remains. Hormuz Disruption Watch: A sailor’s message came before death in another Strait of Hormuz attack, underscoring how quickly shipping risk is escalating. Aviation Connectivity: Kazakhstan and China agree to raise weekly passenger flight limits from 124 to 152 and expand destination access, with plans for new corridors. China Economy Signal: China’s Q2 growth slows to 4.3%, with analysts pointing to weak consumption and property drag. Urban Mobility: Bengaluru orders relocation of BMTC bus stops within 75 metres of traffic signals to ease congestion. Rail Decarbonisation: India’s PM Modi will flag off the country’s first hydrogen-powered train on July 17 on the Jind–Sonipat route. Logistics & Trade Links: India launches a high-frequency Index of Services Production, with trial data showing double-digit growth in multiple sub-sectors.