EU Energy Policy: The European Commission has cleared Spain’s €9bn capacity mechanism to secure electricity supply for 10 years, paying generation, storage and demand-response capacity via transparent bidding. Port & Trade: China COSCO’s JV with Spain’s PTP was approved to redevelop the Port of Tarragona under a 50-year concession, with €116m investment and a new terminal aimed at boosting Mediterranean logistics. Inflation Watch: The ECB says eurozone consumers expect inflation to stay elevated after the Iran-driven oil shock, keeping pressure on the central bank ahead of its June 11 decision. Tech & Sovereignty: Brussels is preparing a “technological sovereignty” package to cut dependence on US and Asian suppliers, with plans spanning chips, cloud and AI. Migration & Politics: Pakistan’s foreign affairs committee praised Spain’s migrant regularisation scheme as a legal pathway for workers, while Spain’s domestic debate continues. Social Media Regulation: Malaysia starts enforcing a ban on under-16s holding social media accounts, targeting platforms with age verification and fines. Aviation/Travel: Iberia suspends direct Madrid–Havana flights amid Cuba’s tourism slump and operational constraints, though ticket sales remain open for possible restart.