Myanmar–Thailand Diplomacy: Myanmar’s junta chief turned president Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Bangkok for his first official visit since the 2021 coup, receiving a red-carpet welcome as Thailand pushes “calibrated re-engagement” and talks on peace, ASEAN ties, and bilateral cooperation. Rights Backlash: Amnesty and other rights groups condemned the ceremony, warning it could help rehabilitate a leader accused of serious abuses, while Thailand says it wants stability and a path back to ASEAN. Border Security & Scams: Bangkok and Nay Pyi Taw pledged to step up cooperation against transnational crime, including drug trafficking, online scam networks, and money laundering, alongside labor and environmental coordination. Refugee Work Rights in Thailand: Thailand expanded legal identification and work permits for Myanmar refugees, giving many safer access to jobs and services and reducing fear of detention. ICRC Meeting in Myanmar: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi met the ICRC in a rare foreign contact, with no detailed public disclosure on what was discussed. Monsoon Risks in Myanmar: Heavy rain warnings cover much of the country, with alerts for flash floods, landslides, and rough seas. Regional Humanitarian Strain: Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face new tragedies as monsoon rains and landslides hit overcrowded camps. Local Recovery Effort: A 90-day drug rehabilitation training course opened in Myawaddy, offering vocational and recovery support.