Malaysia Transport Crackdown: JPJ suspended MyEG and Zetrix AI collection services after they failed to remit RM314m in revenue, with Zetrix now submitting a proposed solution to restore JPJ services. Public Spending Pipeline: Malaysia’s Economy Ministry received 9,955 new and extension project proposals worth RM944bn for 2027, with RM80.4bn set as the development ceiling under the 13th Malaysia Plan. Iran Energy Shock: Iran’s oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned as exports reportedly fell to zero under US pressure; NIOC CEO Hamid Bovard named acting minister amid fuel-subsidy strain. UAE Growth + Pricing Pressure: UAE non-oil activity improved, but firms raised prices fastest in 15+ years as demand strengthened; the UAE also entered the world’s top 25 innovation economies. Saudi Oil Supply Stress: Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warned replenishing crude and fuel stocks could take up to two years after Hormuz disruptions. US Policy + Markets: US Treasury warned foreign firms dealing with Iran could face sanctions without notice; meanwhile US stocks pushed near records as Nasdaq hit a new high. Hollywood Production Risk: A Hollywood unions report says US studio filming at home has fallen sharply, putting jobs at risk. GCC Trade Push: GCC chambers discussed boosting intra-regional trade amid supply-chain disruptions and higher transport costs. Local Business Hit by Works: Eastpointe businesses say Nine Mile reconstruction is cutting parking access and customer flow.