At the morning session close, China stock-index futures: CSI 300 (IF) main contract +0.49%, SSE 50 (IH) main contract +0.57%, CSI 500 (IC) main contract -0.28%, CSI 1000 (IM) main contract -0.99%.

Hong Kong AI-related stocks advanced: Zhipu (02513.HK) rose over 30%, Changfei Optical Fibre & Cable (06869.HK) rose over 20%, MINIMAX-W (00100.HK) rose over 12%, YingnosaiKe (02577.HK) rose over 8%, and Lanqi Technology (06809.HK) rose over 4%.

SANA reported Syrian President Ahmed Shala said Syria can play a constructive role in resolving Lebanon’s crisis by supporting Lebanon and helping establish communication channels among Lebanese political factions, including Hezbollah. He said earlier comments about Syria’s possible role were misinterpreted and sparked concerns of potential military intervention. Shala said Syria seeks economic—not military—corridors with Lebanon, citing historical trade links between Damascus and Beirut and between Homs and Tripoli. He added talks with the US have focused on ending the conflict and addressing its consequences for Lebanon and Syria.