Pacific Clean Energy Push: The International Solar Alliance and the World Bank launched a Pacific SIDS solar dialogue in Bali, aiming to move from policy talk to investment-ready projects, including a 220 MW solar-plus-storage tender for Mauritius. India’s Green Industry Momentum: PM Narendra Modi told World Environment Day audiences in Surat that Gujarat is a key engine of India’s renewable transition, citing 50 GW of renewables in the state and linking the push to green hydrogen, ammonia and green steel. China-Japan Historical Row: China’s foreign ministry urged Japan to “reflect” on wartime crimes after reports a Nagasaki museum plans to change references to the Nanjing Massacre, warning against revisionism. SpaceX IPO Access Limits: SpaceX’s IPO roadshow is underway, but underwriters reportedly blocked China and Hong Kong investors from participating, citing regulatory and compliance concerns. China-Asia AI Governance Message: China’s top diplomat said AI should not be owned by major countries and should avoid rivalry-driven control, pointing to upcoming global AI governance talks in Shanghai. China-Laos Legislative Ties: China’s top legislator Zhao Leji met Laos leaders in Beijing to deepen rule-of-law and legislative exchanges. Solar Manufacturing Signal: Adani Solar ranked sixth globally in Wood Mackenzie’s 2026 module rankings, highlighting rising non-Chinese competitiveness amid pressure on Chinese rivals. Typhoon Jangmi Damage in Japan: Strong winds from Typhoon Jangmi damaged parts of Himeji-jo castle’s outer wall, with officials reporting no injuries.