Border & Travel Tech: Europe’s new biometric Entry-Exit System is still causing major holiday delays, with some travelers facing hours-long queues as airports, staffing levels, and system design all get blamed. Local Food & Agriculture Policy: Georgia’s prime minister has launched a National Agency of Gastronomy to document and digitise culinary heritage, back quality schemes like geographical indications, support producers, and boost gastronomic tourism. Social Economy Framework: Ibero-American states adopted a 2026–2030 commitment to expand the social and solidarity economy via better rules, fiscal tools, public procurement, and stronger coordination across the region. Industry & Education Partnerships: TECH Global University signed an agreement with the NBA to become its official online university, aiming to train professionals in basketball management and the wider sports business. Cybersecurity & Compliance: A sanctions-linked software supplier reportedly still runs a Russian operation while marketing an Andorra base, raising fresh questions about data storage and government access. Diplomacy & Innovation: Monaco marked Prince Albert II’s 21st anniversary in Paris, highlighting closer ties with France and Andorra and spotlighting aerospace and sustainability themes.