… SoW, today’s IWDY headline is “Security Beyond Borders: China’s Private Armies.” It includes info about how private security companies “provide Beijing with a mechanism to defend its investments without the reputational costs of overt military projection.” …

…  Myanmar’s lawless mining blamed for dangerous pollution in Mekong River further supports my cautions to you about the rare earth minerals being mined in Shan State. …

… Is gold in your portfolio? If so, what percent of your assets do you keep in AU & where do you keep it? …

… I have always been wary of wearables! Ever since I saw Dick Tracy talking to his watch on TV….

… Speaking of overseas travel, have you ever tried a carbon calculator to see how much CO2 emission you are responsible for? …

…It seems that you are flying high with your “win” with the EU trade deal, the new golf course & the AI Bills. …

… Congratulations on a successful meeting with EU Pres Ursula von der Leyen (UvdL). It’s a relief to see that you are not at odds with each other. …

…   How’s Scotland? How did things go on the links today? Did you encounter any protestors or have the security folks managed to keep them at bay?…

… The CSM reminds me of a yearlong Youth Peace Mediators program in South Africa …

… I read about the skirmish between the Thai & Cambodian armies near the Prasat Preah Vihear temple, which each country would like to call its own….

… How were things with Bongbong yesterday? Did you get an update on your buddy, Imelda? Does she still have too many shoes?…

…Take our trade situation with the Philippines for example. (BTW, I chose that since you are meeting with Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr.(FRMJ) today.) …

…What do you call Lara’s mom? We need a name for that relation, don’t you think?…

… turn your attention to Burma today where they are observing a holiday to honor the courage of General Aung San (AS), the revolutionary leader who formed the Burma Independence Army & was assassinated on this day in 1947 six months before his army achieved their goal….

… Congratulations on getting the GENIUS bill passed. Fingers crossed that Elizabeth Warren is wrong when she says that the bill does not stop terrorists from using stablecoin to “blow up our entire economy.” …