Port & Trade Infrastructure: Malaysia’s Tawau Port will add two RM70m quay cranes via Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd to cut vessel turnaround times and boost cargo capacity. Macroeconomy & Energy Risk: The IMF says Saudi Arabia’s economy has stayed resilient amid the Iran-linked shipping disruption, but warns the outlook hinges on Hormuz Strait traffic returning. Regulation & Business Climate: Qatar launched a Business Guidance and Establishment Office to streamline company setup for investors and entrepreneurs. Banking Oversight: Nepal Rastra Bank took action against three “A” class commercial banks over account-freezing and directive violations. Corporate Growth vs “Trauma”: Zimbabwean analysts warn “corporate trauma” from instability is keeping firms in survival mode, limiting growth. Tax Enforcement: A Durban court sentenced a businesswoman to 18 years over R3.7m VAT fraud and money laundering. AI Governance: The EU’s AI transparency rules begin Sunday, requiring labels for AI-generated content and deepfakes. Energy Costs for SMEs: India cut commercial LPG cylinder prices by over Rs 200, easing costs for restaurants and hotels. Labor & Aviation: WestJet confirmed a work stoppage is underway after talks failed, affecting scheduled flights and guest travel. Trade & Sanctions: The US added 43 Chinese companies to its Entity List under forced-labor claims, drawing pushback from China’s cotton industry. Climate Shock to Power: Hungary shut down its Paks nuclear plant unit after record-low Danube water levels from heat and drought.