Digital Economy Outreach: Malaysia’s communications ministry will push NADI teams into communities to train people to earn via the digital economy, including becoming TikTok affiliates and selling online. Learning & Skills: Sunway University’s economics lecturer created “US Econopoly,” a Monopoly-style board game using real US-style market mechanics to teach micro, macro and financial literacy. World Cup Demand Boost: Malaysia’s World Cup could add RM1.2bn–RM2.1bn to food and beverage via match-day “mini-consumption festivals,” with gains concentrated in F&B, retail and media. Markets & FX: FIIs are returning to India as the rupee strengthens to about 94.40/$ and selling eases after weeks of volatility elsewhere in Asia. Tax Tech Upgrade: As GST turns 10, India is shifting to AI-led compliance, faster refunds and simpler processes for MSMEs. IMF Support: The IMF approved $350m for DR Congo to back reforms, climate resilience, infrastructure and social protection. Inflation Watch: Iran’s inflation jumped to 88.6% y/y, driven by war-linked food price spikes. Regional Growth Risk: Westpac says Australia’s growth is stabilising at a weak pace with a downside risk of contraction in Q2. Gender Budget Reality Check: Bangladesh’s gender-responsive budget expands sharply, but women’s economic participation still lags due to implementation gaps and structural barriers. Business Climate: Nigeria’s Delta State unveiled reforms to speed land administration, investment promotion and dispute resolution to attract investors.