BRICS Tourism Push: Ethiopia urged stronger BRICS cooperation in tourism at the Jaipur ministers’ meeting, proposing a BRICS Travel Mart and a Tourism Centre of Excellence, with Addis Ababa pitched as a MICE hub and Ethiopia ready to turn ideas into investment and joint ventures. National Dialogue Milestone: Ethiopia’s 40-day National Dialogue Conference in Addis Ababa wrapped up with nearly 4,000 participants and about 400 recommendations, while the process also reinforced Ethiopia’s stance on developing the Abay (Nile) and building nationhood through dialogue. Health Sovereignty in Addis Ababa: Ethiopia’s Health Minister Dr. Mekdes Daba called for deeper African unity to protect health sovereignty during WHO RC76 activities, stressing prevention, solidarity, and action beyond conference halls. Sudan-Ethiopia Drone Tension: Sudan’s Defense Ministry said it shot down a “hostile” drone launched from Ethiopia over Blue Nile near Kurmuk, with no immediate Ethiopian response. Sports Spotlight: Ethiopian Yomif Kejelcha reclaimed the men’s half-marathon world record in Buenos Aires with 56:51, while Ethiopia also featured in Diamond League results and steeplechase action. Energy & Industry: Russia’s Rosatom said it is building 28 nuclear reactor units abroad and has agreements covering more, including Ethiopia, as Dangote’s planned Lamu refinery offered East African countries a 30% equity stake.