China announced sanctions on Philippine Defense Minister Teodoro and his relatives. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told a regular briefing on the 12th that Teodoro is a representative of a small group of anti‑China actors whose irresponsible actions have intensified China‑Philippines disputes and damaged Philippine national interests, contributing to the deterioration of bilateral relations.

CENTCOM said two "Hellfire" missiles struck the ship's engine room after the crew ignored orders. It was the third merchant vessel this week intercepted and disabled by US forces.

The deputy director of the CSRC's Shanghai bureau said the '1+6' package deepening STAR Market reform — including a new Sci‑Tech Growth tier and restarting a fifth set of listing standards to permit unprofitable companies — is aimed at boosting market inclusivity and better serving tech innovation. He said the STAR Market added 37 ETFs over the past year, now totaling more than 120 funds with aggregate assets of about CNY 240 bln, and that nearly half of holdings are with long‑term investors as the influence of "patient capital" grows.