Child Protection Policy: ASEAN states are urged to strengthen child protection after the 9th ASEAN Children’s Forum, with calls for better anti-bullying enforcement and child-friendly reporting across home, schools, online and communities. Legislative Transparency Watch: Liberia’s LEMCOL says the 55th Legislature improved transparency, but quorum breaches, falling women’s participation and limited citizen input remain major gaps. Civil Society & Governance: Liberia’s Civil Service Agency launched a monthly e-newsletter to boost transparency and public engagement, building on wider public-sector reform efforts. Religious Freedom Under Pressure: Armenia’s Apostolic Church leader Karekin II and other senior clerics face trial over a court order tied to reinstating a bishop, with rights groups calling it politically motivated. Human Rights & Hate Speech: An Ireland report warns social media is amplifying anti-Muslim hatred, citing massive engagement with violent content even after reports. Aid Worker Justice Demand: Families of 2006 Muttur massacre victims press for accountability for 17 aid workers killed by gunmen, as Sri Lanka’s response to a fresh investigation request remains unclear. Trade Unions & Gig Work: Telangana gig worker unions threaten an indefinite strike from Aug 8 over minimum base fares, fair pay rates and welfare rules. Access to Justice: Nigeria’s Legal Aid Council board was inaugurated as the government tackles prolonged detention and prison congestion, pushing earlier legal representation.