West Asia Shipping Security: India condemned the attack on the Panama-flagged oil tanker MT El Gaia off Oman; 13 of 14 Indian crew were rescued and one sailor remains missing, with New Delhi urging de-escalation and safe navigation. BRICS Energy & Diplomacy: At the New Delhi summit, BRICS backed keeping global energy and trade flows moving and adopted the New Delhi Declaration, while India and China leaders stressed “partners, not rivals” and Xi urged Global South states to defend rule of law. Middle East Supply Shock Watch: Saudi’s East-West oil pipeline was hit after drone attacks, adding to fears for oil routes as analysts link the West Asia conflict to higher energy prices and inflation pressures across markets. Regional Power Transition: Arab energy experts agreed to push electricity, renewables, efficiency and clean hydrogen cooperation, including updating the Arab Sustainable Energy Strategy and planning an Arab-Chinese energy conference in 2027. Energy Cost Relief: Pakistan launched a fuel relief scheme for small vehicle users as petroleum prices rise amid West Asia tensions. Cross-border Grid Build: Nepal completed the MCC-backed cross-border 400 kV transmission line to the India border, boosting electricity trade connectivity. Asia Energy Security: Philippines analysts warned a wider current account deficit and renewed calls for energy security as imported fuel costs rise with Middle East disruptions. Japan Nuclear Oversight: Japan’s Chubu Electric Power faces leadership shake-up after a seismic data tampering scandal tied to Hamaoka nuclear safety assessments.