Energy & Supply Security: Malaysia says petroleum supplies are stable for July–Dec 2026, citing diversified imports, biodiesel output and long-term agreements after Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Industrial Costs & Resilience: Malaysia’s economy ministry adds that downstream sectors, including resin manufacturing, are adjusting to rising costs from global plastic raw material supply strain. Clean Energy Push: Saudi Arabia grants Acwa an exclusive mandate to export green hydrogen and derivatives, plus renewable electricity projects for Europe and the Arab region. Trade & Investment Links: France’s foreign trade minister will visit Malaysia to deepen cooperation and spur new opportunities for French firms. Governance for Growth: Nepal’s PM flags good governance, faster growth, jobs and better public services as top priorities in talks with the ADB. Corporate & Markets: CORE N.V. in Curaçao clears overdue governance steps by holding long-delayed AGMs; European stocks are steady as AI valuations cool sentiment. Business Climate Signals: Bangladesh PMI slips to 52.9 in June, with manufacturing and construction back in contraction. Local Economy & Jobs: Las Vegas showcases Southern Nevada’s bioscience ecosystem at BIO 2026 via a Nevada Pavilion. Business & Society: In the Philippines, registered marriages fall while cohabitation rises as couples delay formal weddings amid shifting economic realities.