Canada–China Reset: Foreign Minister Wang Yi met PM Mark Carney and Anita Anand in Ottawa for the first China diplomacy visit in a decade, agreeing on annual talks and new cooperation in agriculture, clean tech and energy. US–Mexico Trade Talks: The first round of USMCA review talks wrapped with focus on rules of origin, autos, steel and aluminum, plus “economic security” and regulatory alignment. EU–China Trade Tensions: China warned it will take “necessary measures” after the EU signaled tougher protection for industry against Chinese competition. Middle East Energy Shock: IMF/World Bank/IEA/WTO warned Hormuz disruptions are draining oil inventories fast, raising fuel and food risks for vulnerable economies. Brazil vs US Terror Designations: Brazil condemned the US move to label PCC and CV as foreign terrorist groups, calling it interference that could hit sovereignty and economic cooperation. Nepal Budget Push: Nepal’s 2026/27 plan targets “wellness tourism” and civil aviation reforms, including splitting the aviation authority by mid-January 2027 to help get off the EU air-safety list. Nepal Tax Changes: Economic Bill 2083 raised excise duties on items from liquor and tobacco to junk food, snacks and cocoa products. UK Youth Work Path: Labour urged unemployed 16–24-year-olds to consider the armed forces as NEET numbers topped one million, alongside 300,000 new work placements. Nigeria Security & Jobs Narrative: Defence Minister Musa said terrorism has been “drastically curtailed,” while Tinubu claimed states no longer rely on federal help for salaries. AI Governance Warning: South Africa’s withdrawn AI policy is being cited as a cautionary tale for firms adopting tech without strong governance. Local Growth Play: West Midlands unveiled 25 recommendations to revive the night-time economy, including safety steps and night bus support.