Maritime & Energy Security: Malaysia’s transport minister says 20-year oil, gas and diesel supply deals would stabilize logistics, while ports and the Strait of Malacca remain central to trade and energy flows. Oman Logistics Push: Oman’s transport and storage sector added RO 2.3bn to GDP in 2025 as ports handled 143m tonnes and container traffic jumped 22%. AI for Networks: Mavenir unveiled an agentic service assurance framework to automate telecom network fault handling, aiming to speed resolution and reduce knowledge loss. Cybercrime: Kaspersky reports a WhatsApp malware campaign using fake business documents, spreading via compromised accounts across multiple countries. Space & Industry Policy: India begins transferring PSLV rocket technology to private firms via IN-SPACe, aiming to expand domestic production and small-satellite launches. Business & Regulation: Kenya’s maritime authority issued a 7-day ultimatum for shipping companies to meet registration and licensing rules. Trade Tensions: China announced sanctions on 10 U.S. military-related companies and blocked exports of dual-use items. UK Brexit Mood: CBI chief Rain Newton-Smith says businesses don’t want a Brexit referendum rerun. SME Credit Signals (Australia): Insolvencies rose while ASIC company insolvencies fell, pointing to stress concentrated in smaller, unincorporated firms. Local Economy Boost (World Cup): Chico bars report weekday World Cup crowds and triple usual revenue.