Argentina's Treasury received $12.53 trillion in cash bids for peso and dollar-linked instruments. $11.04 trillion was awarded. This includes $2.75 trillion in fixed-rate peso notes and $1.14 trillion in CER-adjusted peso bonds maturing in 2027.

Argentina launches year-long EITI implementation strategy led by M4D, funded by BID. Focus: updating scope report, engaging seven provinces, and preparing the 5th EITI report for 2024-2025, incorporating EITI 2023 Standard requirements.

President Javier Milei toured a training center, stating, "We are converting plans into work." He highlighted a public-private partnership aimed at job placement, contrasting it with past policies that fostered dependency. Karina Milei, Manuel Adorni, and Sandra Pettovello attended.

Argentina's Economy Ministry set the conversion price for BONCER TZX26 at $3,695.34 per $1,000 nominal value. This applies to the April 1, 2026 settlement date, as per Decree 846/2024.

Argentina's Economy Ministry updated gasoline quality standards, raising the oxygen limit to 5.6%. This allows refiners more flexibility to use up to 15% bioethanol, aiming to cushion pump price impacts and protect consumers.

NSW Parliament passes Surveillance Devices Amendment Bill. Allows sharing of unlawful recordings with law enforcement if in public interest. Attorney General Michael Daley calls Opposition's delay "defies logic."

NSW magistrates are now judges. The change acknowledges their work in Australia's busiest court, handling nearly half a million cases in 2024. Attorney General Michael Daley stated the title now reflects their judicial role and the volume and complexity of matters heard.

NSW invests $183 million in road upgrades for renewable energy zones. Funding targets Central-West Orana ($50m), South-West ($65m), and New England ($68.2m) REZs to support wind and solar project transport. Total investment reaches $216.9 million.

NSW backs $51.9 billion in data centre investment. A new consultation paper guides sustainable growth, addressing power, water, and community concerns. Treasurer Daniel Mookhey seeks feedback on the Data Centre Strategy.

NSW Government issues formal notices to fuel companies, compelling them to share data on stocks, sales, and orders. This aims to assess potential fuel supply disruptions and prepare for emergencies. A Liquid Fuel Emergency Operations Centre is now active. Minister Penny Sharpe stated, "We need a clear picture..."

President Lula inaugurates 107 education works on March 30. He also celebrates 99,000 schools now connected to quality internet. The initiative, funded by Novo PAC, includes creches, full-time schools, and university facilities.

Brazil President Lula signed five decrees for land expropriation. Three quilombola territories – Barro Vermelho (MA), Família Fidélix (RS), Lajeado (TO) – and two rural properties for agrarian reform: Fazenda Torres Capim Branco (GO) and Fazenda Fontana (SC).

Festa da Penha in Espírito Santo, Brazil, is now recognized as a national cultural event. This 455-year-old religious festival, honoring Nossa Senhora da Penha, is the third largest in Brazil. The decree was signed by President Lula and Ministers Margareth Menezes and Gustavo Feliciano.

Competition Bureau filing fee for merger reviews rises to $90,198.19 from $88,690.45, effective April 1, 2026. The adjustment follows the Service Fees Act's annual Consumer Price Index framework.

Secretary of State van Koeverden addresses IOC policy on transgender athletes. Canada will review the impact on athletes, prioritizing fairness and equal opportunity while respecting human rights.

Minister Anand met with Germany's Johann Wadephul at the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in France. They reaffirmed commitment to deepening collaboration on global security, energy, AI, and trade, marking 75 years of Canada-Germany relations. Discussed challenges in Ukraine, Sudan, and the Middle East.

Canada hosts Food Sovereignty Summit. $1.75M announced for Northwest Territories food security projects. Ministers Chartrand, Alty, Gull-Masty attend. Focus: community-led solutions, Indigenous knowledge, Nutrition North Canada reforms.

Canada and Saskatchewan partner on $15.6 million for tariff-impacted workers. The three-year initiative will support up to 1,800 workers in steel, softwood lumber, and other sectors. Funds will aid retraining and skill-building.

Xi Jinping chaired a CPC leadership meeting to review regulations for local Party committees. The meeting focused on strengthening Party control at the grassroots level.

Multinationals find China investment essential, says commerce ministry. Foreign direct investment remains strong, signaling confidence in China's market and economic outlook.

China urges the U.S. and Iran to return to talks for a political settlement. Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated both sides should be encouraged to de-escalate tensions and find a diplomatic solution.

China's Foreign Minister met with the outgoing Indian ambassador to China. The meeting focused on bilateral relations.

China's Foreign Minister warns of repercussions if nuclear facilities are targeted in the Middle East conflict. Beijing opposes attacks on these sites, emphasizing the need to prevent humanitarian disasters.

ECB raises key interest rates by 25 basis points. President Lagarde cited persistent inflation. New rates: deposit facility 3.75%, main refinancing operations 4.50%, marginal lending facility 4.75%.

ESAs warn geopolitical tensions, including the Middle East war, and rising private finance risks threaten EU financial stability. Sectors remain resilient, but vigilance is urged.

ECB survey: February 2026 inflation perceptions unchanged. 12-month inflation expectations dropped to 2.5%. Nominal income growth expectations flat at 1.2%, but spending growth expectations rose to 3.5%. Economic growth expectations improved.

ESMA postpones Commodity Derivatives Weekly Position Reporting due to issues found in final testing. A new go-live date will be announced after fixes are validated. Stakeholders continue with the current system.

ESAs warn geopolitical tensions and private finance risks threaten EU markets. War in Middle East cited. EU financial sector shows resilience, but supervisors urge vigilance on private markets and energy prices.

President Macron visited Disneyland Paris on March 27, 2026, for the new park's completion. The €2 billion investment, announced in 2018, highlights France's attractiveness. Disneyland Paris is Europe's top tourist spot, with €13 billion invested since 1992 and 70,000 jobs.

India's Election Commission confirms 1,955 candidates for 2026 general and bye-elections. Assam has 722, Kerala 890, Puducherry 294. EVMs will feature candidate photos for voter ease.

Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired a meeting on chemical sector infrastructure. India's chemical industry, valued at $220B, aims for $1T by 2040. A new ₹600 crore scheme will fund 3 chemical parks.

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatraya Bharne. Bharne requested funds for mechanization, drip irrigation, and direct onion procurement. Chouhan directed officials to maximize Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana benefits for farmers impacted by unseasonal rains.

IEPFA hosted "Niveshak Shivir" in Bhubaneswar on March 27th. Over 285 investors attended to resolve issues with unclaimed dividends, shares, and pending claims. The event aims to bring services closer to citizens.

India's RSETIs trained 60.63 lakh rural youth since 2009, fostering self-employment. 632 institutes offer tailored skill development, with 43.89 lakh beneficiaries settled and 22.52 lakh receiving bank finance.

Simon Harris attends virtual Eurogroup meeting. Ministers discuss Middle East conflict's economic impact, energy market updates from IEA chief Fatih Birol, and upcoming Washington D.C. spring meetings.

Irish Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan met French counterparts in Paris on March 27, 2026. Discussions focused on Ireland's upcoming EU Presidency, migration, and crime cooperation. O'Callaghan also met OECD officials on migration's economic impact.

Ireland's Department of Finance released February 2026 general government revenues and expenditures. Data covers all subsectors.

Minister Lawless welcomes Ireland's procurement of a new supercomputer, CASPIr. Jointly funded by DFHERIS and EuroHPC JU (€20M), it will boost research in health, climate, and AI. Managed by ICHEC at University of Galway.

Ireland's Finance Minister Simon Harris addressed the Eurogroup on the Middle East conflict's economic impact. He highlighted historic energy crisis damage and Ireland's targeted fuel cost relief. Harris stressed renewable energy transition for economic security.

Netherlands and Ukraine begin Breda conference to boost cooperation and EU accession support. Ministers Tom Berendsen and Taras Kachka opened the event. A business forum preceded it.

Health Minister Simeon Brown confirms land acquisition for a new South Auckland hospital in Drury. Health NZ is seeking proposals from landowners. This is a critical step for a growing population and to ease pressure on existing hospitals.

Finance Minister Nicola Willis unveiled NZ's Fuel Response Plan amid global oil market disruption. Plan ensures stable fuel supply, with 48.6 days of cover. Aligned fuel standards with Australia. Targeted support for 143,000 families starting April 7.

NZ updates National Fuel Plan due to Middle East conflict. Finance Minister Nicola Willis states plan ensures fuel flow to protect economy. Four phases detail responses to escalating risks, assessed by Fuel Security Ministerial Oversight Group using six criteria.

President Tinubu mourns Hajiya Umma, mother of former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai. She died today in Cairo. Tinubu called her a matriarch who raised impactful children. He offered prayers for her soul and comfort for the family.

President Tinubu celebrates veteran actor and filmmaker Kola Oyewo at 80. Tinubu calls Oyewo a "national treasure" and "cultural icon" for his contributions to Nigerian theatre and film.

VP Shettima urged the National Council on Skills to ensure Made-in-Nigeria products meet world-class standards. He stressed this at the 8th NCS meeting on March 27, aiming for global relevance via WorldSkills Nigeria and the Shanghai 2026 competition.

Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu met US Special Envoy Charles Harder at the Fostering the Future Together Global Summit. She stressed books remain vital for education, despite tech. Nutrition campaigns are planned.

VP Shettima commissioned NELMCO's new HQ, reaffirming President Tinubu's commitment to power sector reform. He stressed data, tech, and partnerships for energy security. Nigeria is "open for business."

Qatar PM met US VP Vance and Treasury Sec. Bessent in Washington on March 27, 2026. They discussed defense partnership, energy security, and maritime navigation.

Cote d'Ivoire VP Tiemoko Meyliet Kone met Qatar Ambassador Mubarak bin Hussein Al Marri in Abidjan on March 27, 2026. They discussed strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation.

Qatar backs the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR), hosting its training center and contributing to its budget. Nour Hamad Al Kaabi stressed technical aid must be state-led and context-specific.

President Putin virtually opened the renovated Azerbaijani State Musical Drama Theatre in Derbent. The historic theatre, founded in the 1880s, now boasts a 272-seat hall and modern equipment. The renovation was supported by Sergei Melikov and Suleiman Kerimov.

Putin marked the 10th anniversary of Russia's National Guard. He presented a standard to Viktor Zolotov, Director of the Federal Service. The Guard has strengthened capabilities, combating terrorism, extremism, and crime.

Putin spoke with Kyrgyzstan's Sadyr Japarov on March 27, 2026. They discussed bilateral trade and economic projects. Both leaders affirmed cooperation during Kyrgyzstan's SCO chairmanship and agreed to maintain personal contact.

Putin briefed Security Council members on March 27, 2026. He stated Russia seeks to restore relations with European countries, blaming the US and European nations for the current crisis. Foreign Minister Lavrov was set to report on the "European track."

Putin congratulates Russia's National Guard on its holiday. Created a decade ago, the force defends the state, fights terrorism, and ensures public safety. He praised their courage in the special military operation.

Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry and Temasek appointed Fullerton Fund Management and 65 Equity Partners to manage Anchor Fund 2. The fund is valued at $1.5 billion.

DPM Gan Kim Yong in Germany March 25-28 for bilateral relations, economic ties. This is his first trip as DPM.

PM Lawrence Wong visited Hong Kong March 26-28, 2026. Met CE John Lee, discussed expanding cooperation in tourism, innovation, youth engagement. Wong expressed confidence in Hong Kong's future. He will visit the Northern Metropolis and meet Singaporeans.

Singapore PM Lawrence Wong congratulated Nepal PM Balendra Shah on his election victory. Wong cited the strong mandate from the Nepali people and expressed eagerness to deepen ties between the two nations.

CTBTO Executive Secretary Dr. Robert Floyd visited Singapore March 24-27, 2026. He met Dr. Janil Puthucheary and Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, discussing the CTBTO's monitoring system. Floyd also lectured on "Science and Diplomacy for a Safer World."

John C. Williams, NY Fed President, will serve a second three-year term as Chair of the BIS Markets Committee. He was first appointed in January 2023. The committee comprises senior officials from 27 central banks.

EU launched a safeguard investigation on grain-oriented electrical steel imports on March 27, 2026. Interested parties must submit views within 21 days.

Australia adds AUD 2 million to the WTO Fish Fund, bringing its total to AUD 4 million. The fund aids developing nations in implementing the Fisheries Subsidies Agreement. 119 WTO members have accepted the agreement.

G10 officials met March 27, 2026, in Yaoundé on WTO MC14 sidelines. Switzerland hosted talks on agriculture negotiations. Members stressed constructive engagement, balancing policy and net food importer interests.

Switzerland automatically applies UN sanctions against ISIL/Al-Qaida. The SESAM database is updated following the UN committee's amendments to sanctioned lists. This ordinance entered force on March 4, 2016.

UAE President received a written message from Uganda President Yoweri Museveni regarding bilateral ties. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan met with Ugandan Ambassador Zaake Wanume Kibedi to discuss strengthening cooperation.

New UK-HANK model developed by Albuquerque, Hill, Lavender, Lenney, Polo. Features household heterogeneity, housing, international, fiscal blocks. Assesses monetary transmission channels. Finds household balance sheets dampened interest rate transmission over past two decades.

Bank of England paper simulates sterling money market funds. Rishabh Kumar finds front-loaded redemptions destabilize funds. Removing the 30% WLA threshold boosts resilience. Gains concentrate around 40% WLA.

UK Defence Innovation seeks ideas to counter fiber-optic controlled drones. Submissions due April 21, 2026. The MOD needs novel ways to detect, track, identify, and defeat this emerging threat, which is immune to current countermeasures.

Ofsted will inspect early years providers every 4 years, down from 6. New providers will be inspected within 18 months. This change, funded by the DfE, aims to give parents more up-to-date information on quality and safety.

Bank of England simplifies and lowers Discount Window Facility pricing. New fixed rates: 15bps (Level A), 25bps (Level B), 50bps (Level C). Change effective immediately.

UN reports Iran war's toll: 21 attacks on health facilities, 17 Red Crescent centers hit. Aid shipments resume from Dubai. Civilians flee, facing no safe space. Lebanon sees intensified strikes.

Myanmar faces a fragile recovery post-earthquake. Middle East conflict drives up fuel, food, and fertilizer costs. One in six households remain food insecure in affected regions. WFP needs $150 million to aid 1.5 million people.

UN investigators documented grave violations in Sweida, Syria, during July 2025. Over 1,700 killed, 200,000 displaced. Executions, torture, home burnings by government forces and Druze groups may be war crimes.

Humanitarian crisis deepens in the Middle East. A school strike in Iran's Minab killed over 100 children on March 27. Diplomats at the Human Rights Council are discussing the event.

U.S. Treasury issued new and amended Venezuela-related general licenses. These updates modify sanctions on Venezuela, impacting financial transactions and specific entities. Details are available on the Treasury website.

Treasury, OCC, Fed, FDIC propose modernized capital rules for large banks. Aims to improve risk sensitivity, consistency, and simplify design. Expected to boost safety, soundness, and financial stability.

Treasury, OCC, Fed, FDIC propose capital rule changes. Revised risk weights for loans, removed mortgage asset deduction. Category III/IV banks will include accumulated other comprehensive income. A separate proposal would introduce an expanded risk-based approach.

Federal Reserve proposes changes to GSIB capital surcharges and FR Y-15 reporting. Aims to better align surcharges with risk, adjust for economic changes, and improve data consistency. Public comment sought.

Biden extends national emergency against Russia's harmful foreign activities. The order, first issued in 2014, targets actions like cyberattacks and election interference. It remains in effect for another year.

Vietnam and UK boost preventive healthcare for aging populations. Vietnam faces a 20% senior population by 2038. Experts like Jonathan Van-Tam shared insights on adult vaccination and workforce training.

Vietnam replaces Decree 100 with Decree 168 on traffic fines, effective May 15, 2026. Fines for violations like drunk driving and running red lights increase significantly, with new point deduction systems. For example, running a red light now costs VND 4-6 million, up from VND 600,000-1 million.

Vietnam abolishes Decree 100 on traffic violations May 15, 2026. The strict "no drinking and driving" policy, in effect since 2020, is replaced by Decree 81/2026/ND-CP. This separates road and railway traffic penalties.

PM Pham Minh Chinh urged businesses to help achieve double-digit growth by 2030. He stressed innovation, digital transformation, and global competitiveness. The government aims for a high-income, developed nation by 2045.

Vietnam temporarily removes environmental protection tax on fuels. Effective March 26, this aims to curb price hikes amid Middle East conflict. Gasoline prices drop, with E5 RON 92 falling by VND 4,750. The move will cost the state VND 7,200 billion monthly.