Rohingya Boat Tragedy: UN agencies say two boats carrying more than 500 Rohingya refugees may have capsized off Myanmar’s coast, with one vessel losing contact after leaving Rakhine in late June and a second believed to have sunk near the Ayeyarwady coast on July 8; the UN warns the death toll could be among the deadliest in recent years as monsoon storms and flooding make sea crossings especially dangerous. Regional Security Talks: In New Delhi, Myanmar’s minister in the President’s Office Tin Aung San joined NSA Ajit Doval at the 5th BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs’ meeting, where members reaffirmed cooperation on counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and maritime security. Women’s Protection Push: Bangladesh’s finance adviser Titumir urged stronger UN Women support to protect women and girls and help Rohingya return safely and with dignity. Energy Update: Myanmar held a workshop in Nay Pyi Taw to accelerate solar power, noting solar is still about 4% of electricity generation. New Entry Rules: Myanmar’s CEIR system now limits travelers entering by land, sea, or air to no more than two mobile phones per person, with unregistered devices declared and registered. Private School Compliance: The education ministry ordered private and international curriculum schools to complete registration and license renewals under existing rules.