… “No room for hate!” Perhaps that’s how you should start your meeting with VOZ & his crew of European leaders today. …

…How are you feeling about your conversation with VVP in AK yesterday? …Folks are queasy about your “outward friendliness” & worry you are not pressing hard enough for Ukraine’s interests….

…It’s too bad you won’t be able to spend a few days exploring Alaska after your meeting with VVP. Basking in the beauty of Mt Denali would restore your equilibrium…

… The whole thing requires multi-tasking and we both know how that diminishes with age. The remedy is to slow down, pause as needed to monitor the situation and breath. Being in a rush leads to mishaps. …

… SoW, today’s IWDY headline is “Security Beyond Borders: China’s Private Armies.” It includes info about how private security companies “provide Beijing with a mechanism to defend its investments without the reputational costs of overt military projection.” …

…  Myanmar’s lawless mining blamed for dangerous pollution in Mekong River further supports my cautions to you about the rare earth minerals being mined in Shan State. …

… Is gold in your portfolio? If so, what percent of your assets do you keep in AU & where do you keep it? …

… I have always been wary of wearables! Ever since I saw Dick Tracy talking to his watch on TV….

… Speaking of overseas travel, have you ever tried a carbon calculator to see how much CO2 emission you are responsible for? …

…It seems that you are flying high with your “win” with the EU trade deal, the new golf course & the AI Bills. …

… Congratulations on a successful meeting with EU Pres Ursula von der Leyen (UvdL). It’s a relief to see that you are not at odds with each other. …

…   How’s Scotland? How did things go on the links today? Did you encounter any protestors or have the security folks managed to keep them at bay?…

… The CSM reminds me of a yearlong Youth Peace Mediators program in South Africa …

… I read about the skirmish between the Thai & Cambodian armies near the Prasat Preah Vihear temple, which each country would like to call its own….

… How were things with Bongbong yesterday? Did you get an update on your buddy, Imelda? Does she still have too many shoes?…