Korean Diplomacy in Brussels: President Lee Jae-myung has begun his first Europe trip since taking office, landing in Brussels for talks with Prime Minister Bart De Wever and meetings with King Philippe, EU leaders and business figures ahead of the G7 in France, with peace and economic security on the agenda. EU Policy Watch: EU transport ministers backed a package aimed at boosting competitiveness, resilience and decarbonisation across Europe’s transport sector, including work on ports strategy and clean corporate vehicles. Brussels Security: Anderlecht residents reported multiple explosions and gunfire, with helicopters and police deployed; authorities have not yet given details. Belgium-Linked Sports & Culture: Edward Bluemel has been cast as young Hercule Poirot in a new BBC/BritBox series filmed in Liverpool, spotlighting Belgium’s detective legacy. World Cup Logistics: FIFA’s expanded 48-team tournament format and match schedule are now fully in focus as kick-off approaches. Somali Referee Blocked: Omar Artan was denied entry to the US and will miss World Cup officiating after “vetting concerns.” Belgium in Global Business: Kenya’s President William Ruto secured major EU-backed digital and connectivity deals in Brussels, including a €102m EU–Kenya Digital Partnership, and urged Belgian investors to build value-added industry in Africa.