EU Deal for San Marino: The EU Council has greenlit the signing and provisional application of a comprehensive association agreement with Andorra and San Marino, aiming for a “special relationship” and closer ties across an enlarged internal market, with financial services access set to be gradual and dependent on assessments of local regulatory and supervisory frameworks. Trade & Cooperation: The pact also sets up structured dialogue in areas like research, education, social policy, the environment, consumer protection, culture, and regional cooperation, explicitly tailored to the small size and geography of both microstates. Maritime Compliance Watch: In the Gulf of Oman, U.S. Marines carried out a verification boarding of the tanker Wen Yao as part of enforcement against Iran-linked shipping, with reporting noting the vessel’s flag and records were disputed, a reminder of how compliance checks can ripple into logistics and shipping risk for operators. Education Spotlight: San Marino Unified School District highlighted a record year at its board meeting, pointing to safety and wellness, fiscal health, and post-graduate success gains alongside accreditation renewal and strong college outcomes.