Minimum Wage Talks in Nigeria: Nigeria’s Governors’ Forum is weighing a new national minimum wage of N100,000 as inflation and living costs squeeze workers, aiming to balance pay gains with state budget capacity. Trade Transition Risk: Bangladesh’s LDC graduation could erode EU EBA-style tariff preferences, with exporters—especially garments—facing higher costs unless a deferral or transition deal holds benefits through 2029. Jordan Export Momentum: Jordan reports Q1 2026 exports up 1.6% to JD 2.129bn, led by garments, potash and pharma, with gains in Syria, China and the EU. India-Myanmar Trade & Security: Modi met Myanmar’s president Min Aung Hlaing, with talks covering border security and expanding trade via the rupee-kyat settlement mechanism. Zambia Rural Connectivity: Zambia is building K230m feeder roads in Rufunsa and Luangwa under a World Bank-backed project to boost access and local economic activity. Zambia Eurobond Buyback: Economists back Zambia’s partial eurobond repurchase as a move to cut future debt costs and improve fiscal space. Ghana Monetary Policy: Ghana’s central bank kept its policy rate at 14%, citing Middle East-driven oil risks that could reignite inflation. Canada Economy Debate: Canada’s GDP contraction fuels political pressure, with opposition calling it a recession and demanding accountability. UK Tech & R&D Push: Liverpool is set to receive £23.7m to scale future industries, with mayors gaining more control over regional innovation funding. FTC Scam Warning: The US FTC highlights rising text-based fraud and urges reporting and deleting suspicious messages.**