What Is The Govt Saying

NSW Transport Oriented Development unlocks 31,000+ homes near St Marys, Croydon, Belmore, Lakemba stations. Plans allow taller buildings, creating 18,000 homes in planning, 1,700+ approved. Minister Paul Scully calls it a "major milestone."

NSW declares $7 billion pumped hydro projects critical. Western Sydney ($3.5B, 500K homes) & Yarrabin ($3.6B, 600K homes) aim to secure clean energy. Both on WaterNSW land.

$6.1 million in joint funding will repair flood-damaged Wombeyan Caves Road and Meryla Road in the Southern Highlands. Works begin February 2026, finishing September 2026. Project aims for safety and resilience.

NSW taxpayers won't pay for Eraring power station. Origin Energy confirmed no public support needed for 2024 underwriting deal. Eraring to run until August 2027, Origin plans closure April 2029. “NSW families won't pay a single dollar,” says Energy Minister Penny Sharpe.

Blacktown Medicare Mental Health Centre opens, offering free, walk-in care. 37,000+ accessed centres statewide. 33 centres planned in NSW. Premier Chris Minns emphasizes removing barriers to care.

Brazil extends FGTS fund use for non-profit hospitals and SUS entities until 2030. MP 1.336 allows R$4 billion in financing for institutions serving disabled individuals. This restores a program that previously allocated R$3 billion.

President Lula signed an MP allowing FGTS funds for non-profit hospitals, disability orgs, and SUS entities. R$4 billion expected in 2026. Also signed 3 health funding acts in Bahia.

President Lula visits Butantan Institute, announcing R$ 1 billion investment via Novo PAC Saúde. Brazil begins national dengue vaccination for primary care health workers with 3.9 million doses of the Butantan-DV vaccine.

President Lula announces Novo PAC Saúde investments in Bahia. 2,100 vehicles (ambulances, vans) for patient transport, costing R$815 million, to be delivered by 2026. Lula stated, "We are thinking of those who never had the opportunity."

President Lula launches Novo PAC Saúde in Salvador. R$ 815 million for 2,100 patient transport vehicles. 80 new CT scanners (R$ 170 million) and 1,000 equipment combos for basic health units also announced.

Minister Sidhu in Brampton highlights Canada's new auto strategy. Plan aims to strengthen domestic manufacturing, protect workers, and boost EV production. $3 billion from Strategic Response Fund and $100 million from Regional Tariff Response Initiative allocated.

Minister Anand met Greenland's Minister Motzfeldt in Nuuk. Canada plans to open a consulate in Nuuk, deepening ties in mining, clean energy, and Arctic security. They also discussed Indigenous mobility and cultural exchange.

Minister Joly launches new $3 billion auto strategy to boost EV production. Aims for 75% EV sales by 2035 via new emissions standards. Strategy seeks to diversify trade, reduce U.S. reliance.

Minister Maninder Sidhu visits Singapore (Feb 9-10) and Vietnam (Feb 11-12) to boost trade. Focus on CPTPP partners, attracting investment. Indo-Pacific trade hit $262 billion in 2024. Canada-Vietnam trade was $15.7 billion.

Minister Anand met Denmark's Lars Løkke Rasmussen in Copenhagen. They discussed 80 years of relations, quantum, clean energy, defence, and Ukraine. Both seek greater cooperation with Nordic nations and Europe on geopolitical challenges.

France launches fertility plan with 16 measures, including gamete preservation centers and a national info portal. A national perinatal health initiative will deliver initial findings by June 2026.

Chancellor Merz visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE to deepen ties. Key goals: strategic partnerships, peace, stability. Discussed energy, trade, regional issues. Qatar's Emir to visit Germany in July.

US and India reach Interim Trade Agreement framework. India cuts tariffs on US goods. US applies reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods, with exceptions for pharmaceuticals, gems, and aircraft parts. Agreement aims for balanced trade.

Amit Shah chaired a J&K security meeting in Jammu. He praised agencies for crippling the terror ecosystem. Shah stressed terror-free J&K, youth engagement via startups and sports, and coordinated security efforts.

PM Modi congratulates India's U-19 cricket team on winning the World Cup. He praised their exceptional skill and stated the victory will inspire young athletes.

India's Naturopathy conference highlights integrative healthcare. Experts at Feb 5-6, 2026 event pushed for evidence-based Yoga & Naturopathy integration. Minister Prataprao Jadhav affirmed Ayush commitment. Yoga Samyog theme focused on shared knowledge.

VP C. P. Radhakrishnan congratulates India's U-19 cricket team on winning the ICC World Cup in Zimbabwe. He hailed the record sixth title win and praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Captain Ayush Mhatre.

PM Meloni attended the Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony. This marks the 25th Winter Olympics.

Meloni met Poland's President Nawrocki in Milan. They affirmed strong bilateral ties, discussed economic and defense cooperation, and pledged continued support for Ukraine. Transatlantic relations were also highlighted.

Meloni met VP Vance in Milan. Tajani and Rubio also attended. They affirmed Italy-US ties, discussing energy security, critical minerals, Iran, and Venezuela.

Meloni met Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Milan. They discussed Middle East stability, US-Iran talks, Gaza reconstruction, Libya, and migration. Meloni praised Qatar's mediation.

Italy deploys army vehicles to Milan's Rogoredo station under ‘Operation Safe Streets’. New hires for police are fast-tracked via the ‘Security Decree’. 12,000 auxiliary Carabinieri to boost street presence. “We will not back down!”

Imam prays for President Tinubu at Matawalle's children's wedding. Says Tinubu's tenure will bring hope to the hopeless. Five daughters and five sons of the Minister of State for Defence married Friday at National Mosque, Abuja. São Tomé and Príncipe President also attended.

President Tinubu praises Prof. Muhammed Ali Pate and Anna Makanju for their Devex Power 50 List 2026 nominations. Pate, Health Minister, is recognized for Nigerian healthcare advocacy. Makanju, OpenAI VP, leads on AI policy. Tinubu calls their inclusion a testament to Nigerian talent.

Putin sent greetings to the Slovo National Literary Award ceremony. The award recognizes talented authors and translators, including those from Tatar, Bashkir, Yakut, and Avar languages. This year, finalists include books about the special military operation.

Putin congratulates Konstantin Ernst, CEO of Channel One, on his 65th birthday. Putin praised Ernst's contributions to Russian television and creative projects.

Putin sent condolences to Pakistan's Zardari and Sharif after a terrorist attack in Islamabad. He condemned the "barbaric" act and reaffirmed Russia's commitment to counterterrorism cooperation.

Putin met with Security Council members on Feb. 6, 2026, to discuss flood/wildfire mitigation and cybersecurity. Attendees included Matviyenko, Volodin, Medvedev, Lavrov, and others.

Putin met with Alexander Tkachev, Chairman of Mantera Group. Tkachev reported on tourism projects, including 7,000 hotel rooms, 7 million annual tourists, and the Hotel Mantera Supreme. Investments total 38 billion rubles.

UK Legal Aid Agency boosts solicitor fees. LGFS rates increase 10% for appeals, one-third for certain offences. New fee ratios start March 3, 2026. This follows a £92 million investment plan.

UK secures returns deal with Namibia, Angola, and DRC after visa threats. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warns non-cooperating nations face consequences. Over 3,000 eligible for removal.

Four trustees appointed to The Royal Parks Board: Michael Eldridge (State Street UK Head), Lorna Parker (Manchester Square Partners), Justine Simons (OBE, World Cities Culture Forum founder), and Ruth Willmott.

AAIB updates Boeing 747-433 incident investigation. G-ONEE suffered electrical failures due to water ingress during Heathrow departure in icing conditions. Crew diverted to Amsterdam after unreliable airspeed. Report forthcoming.

Mid Glamorgan Lord-Lieutenant honored eight individuals for service. Petty Officers Maguire and Davies, Pilot Officer Parry, and four cadets received awards at Pontypridd Army Reserve Centre on Jan 29, 2026.

Deputy Secretary Landau met Bosnia and Herzegovina Member of the Presidency Cvijanović. Landau stressed U.S. interest in economic cooperation and the Southern Interconnection gas pipeline as a key energy priority.

Under Secretary Sarah Rogers visits Ireland, Hungary, Poland, Germany Feb. 5-15, 2026. She'll promote free speech, digital freedom, economic ties, and "Freedom 250" celebrations. Rogers also joins the U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference.

US sanctions 15 entities, 2 individuals, and 14 vessels for illicit Iranian oil trade. Revenue funds regime's "malign activities," repression, and proxies. US committed to maximum pressure.