Egypt central bank: M2 money supply rose 19.6% YoY in May.

Ali Azmaei has been appointed commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy. He previously served as deputy commander and has long held posts within the IRGC Navy.

China Coast Guard spokesperson Jiang Lue said on July 4 the Xiu Shan vessel relieved the Daishan vessel and continued law-enforcement patrols east of Taiwan. Since June the Daishan detachment has carried out patrols, inspections and fisheries protection and rescue operations to safeguard navigation and fishing activities and protect the lawful rights and safety of Chinese fishermen, including those from Taiwan. The coast guard said it will continue to strengthen enforcement in waters under Chinese jurisdiction and resolutely defend national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.