Digital Governance & Trust: Malaysia’s communications ministry says public-service digitalisation must come with stronger governance, data security, integrity and accountability, warning that efficiency without trust won’t work. Anti-Corruption Oversight: Malaysia’s MACC proposes governance fixes for Felda and two subsidiaries, including clearer procurement SOPs and conflict-of-interest controls for advisory roles. Electricity Access Plans: Nigeria’s power minister has started talks with distribution companies on “Energy Zones” to deliver 24-hour electricity in high-demand corridors like Lagos and Abuja-Kaduna-Kano. Security & Governance Clash: Iraq approved a controversial Popular Mobilisation Forces law, sending it to parliament and raising fears it will entrench PMF power and Iranian influence. Charity Governance Fight: India’s Tata Trusts dispute escalated as Venu Srinivasan seeks an inquiry, a board freeze and recusal over alleged governance lapses. Public Finance & Services: The Bahamas will remove VAT from trust services and certain property transfers into trusts, alongside a new family office programme aimed at boosting competitiveness. Political Stability Watch: Romania remains without a government after Siegfried Mureșan’s investiture vote fell short by 51 votes, prolonging the crisis. Employment Rights: England and Wales’ tribunal time limit doubles from 3 to 6 months for key employment claims, raising stakes for employer record-keeping. Public Safety: Zimbabwe reported a fatal helicopter crash in Marondera with no survivors. Social Policy: Canada’s Alberta Central Region supportive housing funding ends for CMHA’s Amethyst House, with residents transferred and a new programme planned. Corporate Governance Standards: Bangladesh stakeholders urged phased rollout of proposed BSEC corporate governance rules, warning companies may need capacity to meet new reporting expectations.