Argentina awarded 700.5 MW of battery storage across 20 projects from 5 companies for an estimated $700 million investment. The tender saw 235 offers for over 8,300 MW, highlighting strong private sector interest in energy infrastructure.

Argentina's national government signed a concession for the Vía Navegable Troncal with consortium Jan de Nul – Servimagnus. The deal includes a 13.5% toll reduction and modernization efforts. This privatizes the waterway, crucial for 80% of the country's foreign trade.

Argentina's fishing exports hit USD 1 billion Jan-May 2026. Sales rose 18.2% volume, 22.9% value. Squid and shrimp led growth. China remains top buyer.

Argentina's ANMAT incorporated MERCOSUR Technical Regulation GMC N.º 13/23 for UHT milk via Joint Resolution 7/2026. This updates identity and quality standards, harmonizing rules for production and sale across member states.

Argentina's SENASA abrogated 42 plant protection norms via Resolution 591/2026. This simplifies regulations, removing outdated or superseded rules. The move aims for a clearer, updated agro-food sector framework.

PM Albanese hosts PNG, Samoa, Tonga leaders in Brisbane for security talks. PNG defence treaty takes force same day. Meetings follow Albanese's regional tour. Leaders to attend State of Origin.

PM Albanese visited Solomon Islands, pledging $10.2M in education support and handing over the $45M Naha Birthing Centre. He met PM Matthew Wale, reinforcing Australia's commitment to the Pacific.

Australia PM Albanese visits Solomon Islands, marking 48 years of independence. Announces $56 million education package, police academy MOU, and opens $45 million health center. Plans new comprehensive treaty.

Minns Labor Government's rental reforms boost renter security. 76% feel more stable. No-grounds evictions banned. Rent increases limited to once/year. Smart Rental Bonds launch mid-2026.

NSW Housing Delivery Authority pipeline targets 150,000 homes. 94 new proposals declared state significant, adding 22,000+ homes. Since Dec 2024, HDA evaluated 1,100+ EOIs, speeding up delivery. Minister Paul Scully cited exceeded expectations.

14 non-resident ambassadors will present credentials to Brazil on July 8, 2026, at 12 PM at the Palácio Itamaraty in Brasília. Countries include the Bahamas, Uzbekistan, Iceland, and others.

Canada launches Critical Minerals Accelerator. Minister Tim Hodgson announces $400M investment via Canada Growth Fund for Teck Resources' Trail Operations expansion in British Columbia. Aims to boost germanium, antimony, gallium production.

Canada seeks feedback on a redesigned Additions to Reserve Policy. Input is open until September 22, 2026. The policy aims for a faster, clearer process for First Nations land claims. Over 1,000 recommendations informed the draft.

26 nations endorsed a declaration in Martinique to counter narcotrafficking. Canada participated in the July 7 meeting. The declaration addresses growing regional threats from criminal networks.

Canada's Criminal Code reformed. Justice Minister Sean Fraser highlights three new laws passed in June to combat violent crime, femicide, and hate crimes. Measures include stricter bail/sentencing, making femicide first-degree murder, and new offenses for coercive control.

Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador commit $10.6 million to aid tariff-impacted workers. Patty Hajdu and Lin Paddock announced the three-year plan to support retraining and job transition for affected individuals.

China is launching new measures to make Shanghai a global reinsurance hub. The plan aims to boost the city's financial services sector and attract international capital. Details on specific policies and timelines are expected soon.

Xi Jinping calls for all-out efforts in flood control and disaster relief. He stressed the importance of prioritizing people's lives and safety, ensuring effective measures are in place to minimize losses.

Vice Premier stresses advancing biomedicine, modern water network development. Focus on high-quality development and innovation-driven growth. Aims to boost economic transformation and people's well-being.

China has allocated 160 million yuan for disaster relief efforts. The funds will support recovery and reconstruction in affected areas.

China sent relief supplies to Guangxi after floods. The Ministry of Emergency Management coordinated the effort, dispatching tents, folding beds, and blankets to aid affected residents.

EBA releases final Guidelines for third-country branches seeking EU authorization. Mandated by CRD6, they detail application info, assessment criteria, and process. Aims for harmonized market access for banking services.

MEPs approve EU support for farmers facing rising fertiliser costs. Farmers can get up to 80% of additional costs. Advances on direct payments can increase from 70% to 75%. The measures aim to prevent production decline and rising food prices.

EU Parliament approved updated social security rules for mobile workers. Clearer criteria for unemployment, family, and long-term care benefits. Six-month unemployment benefit for job seekers. 24-month limit for posted workers. 511 votes in favor.

EU Parliament upgrades air passenger rights. Compensation for 3-hour delays secured. Faster claims, price transparency, and carry-on included in fares. Rules updated since 2004.

ESAs back ESRB warning on systemic cyber risks from frontier AI models. AI advances could undermine financial resilience. Entities urged to adapt cybersecurity. Authorities to reflect risks in supervision.

PM Modi in Indonesia hailed the Indian diaspora as the "Man of the Match" at a community event. He thanked President Prabowo, a "true friend of India," who joined him. Modi received Indonesia's highest honor, calling it a symbol of India-Indonesia friendship.

India and Costa Rica held their First Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) Meeting virtually on July 6-7, 2026. Bilateral trade reached USD 391 million. Both nations discussed expanding cooperation in pharmaceuticals, digital tech, and standards.

PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Jakarta, joined by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Modi praised the diaspora's role as a "living bridge" and highlighted India's progress, aiming for Viksit Bharat 2047 and Indonesia Emas 2045.

PMO reviewed El Nino impact. Dr. P.K. Mishra chaired meeting July 7, 2026. India's rainfall deficit down to -12%. Ministries to monitor situation, coordinate with states for agriculture and essential supplies.

India and Rwanda agreed to expand defense ties, including military training and industry cooperation, at the 2nd JDCC meeting in New Delhi, July 6-7, 2026. Co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad and Brig Gen Louis Kanobayier.

Chris Bishop awards $12.5M contract to Oxcon for new SH39 Mangati Bridge. Construction starts this month, aiming for early 2027 completion. The two-lane bridge replaces a temporary one damaged by flooding.

Fifth petroleum application filed for Taranaki Basin. Taranaki Energy Pty Ltd seeks permit. Shane Jones notes renewed exploration interest post-ban. Applications close Oct 8, 2026.

eInvoicing adoption in NZ is doubling, with 113,000 businesses registered. Minister Cameron Brewer says it could yield $800M annually in productivity gains, saving businesses time and cutting fraud. Government agencies paid 95.9% of invoices on time last quarter. Large businesses must eInvoice government from Jan 1, 2027.

New Zealand launches Women's Health Hub. Minister Nicola Grigg and Associate Minister Casey Costello unveil the site, consolidating trusted health info for women at all life stages. “Reliable information, practical tools and guidance in one place,” says Grigg.

New Zealand tertiary qualification completions rose 8% in 2025. Domestic completions up 5.9%, international up 22%. Minister Penny Simmonds: "More students finishing study, building skilled workforce."

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Al Nahyan on July 7, 2026, at the State House. Discussions focused on bilateral relations.

President Tinubu urged Afreximbank to boost Africa's industrialization. He stressed moving from talk to action, citing reforms like ending fuel subsidies. Tinubu called for investment in value addition for resources like lithium and agricultural products.

President Tinubu orders ICPC to probe fictitious "Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council". Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew allegedly impersonated its head. Investigation due in 30 days.

President Tinubu celebrates Hajiya Amina Maina at 50. He commends her 20+ years in the energy sector and her role on the Presidential Economic Coordination Council. He calls her a worthy example of Nigerian women's leadership.

Qatar's Minister of State met NATO's Javier Colomina and Turkish officials July 7, 2026, at the Ankara NATO Summit. Discussions focused on bilateral cooperation and regional developments.

Qatar summoned Iran's deputy ambassador, Mohsen Mohammad Ghanei, to protest the targeting of Qatari tanker Al Rekayyat near the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed the attack is a grave violation of international law and navigation safety.

Qatar attended the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative ministerial meeting in Ankara. Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi stressed diplomacy and de-escalation amid regional tensions. Qatar continues its role as a mediator.

Qatar-led resolution unanimously adopted by UNHRC in Geneva. Protecting Healthcare in Armed Conflicts resolution, first drafted solely by Qatar, garners broad consensus. Dr. Hind Abdulrahman Al Muftah presented resolution.

Lebanon PM Nawaf Salam met Qatar Ambassador Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in Beirut. They discussed bilateral cooperation and regional developments. Salam praised Qatar's support; the ambassador affirmed Doha's backing for Lebanon's security and stability.

Putin met with Veronika Nikishina of the Russian Export Centre. Non-commodity, non-energy exports rose 9% to 1.7 trillion rubles in 2025. Exports to friendly nations now make up 86%.

Singapore coordinates with Malaysia on RTS passenger dispersal. Johor's e-ART network is a Malaysian initiative. Singapore commuters connect to Thomson-East Coast Line at Woodlands North.

Singapore commits S$800 million over five years to transport R&I. The RIE2030 initiative will boost capabilities in autonomy and digital twins for land, air, and sea sectors, aiming to strengthen its global hub status.

Singapore's IRAS used anti-avoidance powers 124 times from 2021-2025, assessing $49M in additional tax, recovering $48M. Most cases involved extracting profits via tax-exempt dividends or interest-free loans.

Minister Indranee Rajah addressed Parliament on July 7, 2026, regarding Committee of Privileges findings on Ms Sylvia Lim and Mr Faisal Manap. The committee found they were untruthful about a meeting concerning Ms Raeesah Khan's untruth in Parliament.

Singapore submitted comments to the USTR on its June 2, 2026 report concerning forced labor imports. The government addressed findings related to its policies.

WTO released a new edition of "One-Page Case Summaries". The publication details 225 dispute settlement cases, adding 14 since 2023. It includes summaries of panel and Appellate Body reports, plus arbitration decisions up to 2025.

President Lai met with the National Endowment for Democracy delegation. He thanked NED President Wilson for supporting Taiwan against authoritarianism. Taiwan will deepen US cooperation on democracy, security, trade, and uphold the international order.

UAE condemns Iran's hostile attack on Qatar's Al Rakeyyat vessel near Strait of Hormuz. Calls it a grave threat to international navigation, violating UNSC Resolution 2817. Expresses solidarity with Qatar.

UAE condemns two terrorist bombings in Damascus. Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms solidarity with Syria, rejecting all violence. Wishes speedy recovery for the injured.

Senegal PM received a written message from UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. UAE Minister of State Shakhboot bin Nahyan delivered the message in Dakar, discussing bilateral ties and cooperation.

Senegal President Faye met UAE Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan in Dakar. They discussed boosting ties in economy, trade, investment, energy, AI, and more. Both sides affirmed commitment to mutual development.

Senegal PM received a written message from UAE President via Minister of State Shakhboot bin Nahyan in Dakar. They discussed bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation.

UK Defence Medical Command launches new research strategy focused on large-scale combat operations. Aims to improve personnel care, battlefield outcomes, and readiness by 2031. Calls for collaboration with academia and industry.

PRA to clarify O-SII buffer release in systemic stress. Aims to reduce bank incentives for excess capital, support lending. Consultation on policy changes in 2026 H2.

UK's FPC proposes bank capital reforms for a simpler, more effective framework. Aims for 13% Tier 1 capital ( 11% CET1 ratio). Reforms target buffer usability and leverage ratio. Feedback considered.

UK financial system remains resilient despite heightened risks. Leverage in equity markets has increased substantially, driven by AI stocks. Middle East conflict adds volatility, but recent de-escalation eased near-term concerns. AI's rapid advance poses cyber risks.

UK Financial Policy Committee warns of heightened risks. Leverage in equity markets has risen substantially. AI advancements increase cyber threats. Middle East conflict impacts global markets, but UK system remains resilient.

UN report: SDGs progress too slow. 36% of targets on track. 1 in 10 in extreme poverty. 2.3 billion food insecure. Deputy SG Amina Mohammed calls for financing reform.

New coalition launched in Geneva to protect children's rights in the AI age. 17 countries signed on. Focuses on the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Aims to integrate children's voices into AI design.

Ebola outbreak in DRC worsens. 506 deaths, 1,561 cases as of July 4. WHO warns treatment centers are at saturation. Clinical trials for new therapies began July 2.

UN General Assembly debated US sanctions against Cuba Tuesday, at Havana's request. The decades-long embargo was discussed amid warnings of increasing suffering on the island.

UN experts grapple with AI accountability. Sonia Livingstone cited one child per classroom in Global South reporting AI deepfakes. Volker Türk urged embedding equality, accountability, and human oversight into AI.

US, Japan, South Korea sign Memorandum of Cooperation on small modular reactors. Secretary Rubio hailed the deal as a concrete deliverable for energy security and trilateral engagement.

Charity Wallace sworn in as Special Envoy for Best Future Generations on July 7. She'll lead U.S. efforts for the Fostering the Future Together Global Initiative, uniting First Spouses to champion children's well-being via technology. Wallace has secured $4.1 billion in private investment.

US, Japan, South Korea signed a trilateral MOC to speed SMR deployments abroad, focusing on the Indo-Pacific. US commits $10M+ to support SMRs in the region.

SEC forms Retail Fraud Working Group to combat schemes targeting everyday investors. Led by Kate Zoladz and Kim Frederick, it will coordinate with partners and aid investor education.

Secretary Rubio met Chilean Foreign Minister Pérez Mackenna in D.C. They discussed regional security, combating illegal immigration, and democratic governance. They also explored U.S. investment in Chile's critical minerals and AI supply chain security.

Vietnam identifies high-risk AI systems. These systems, potentially harming life, health, or rights, include those in education, healthcare, banking, transport (e.g., 31 systems for autonomous driving, traffic control), and the judicial sector. The AI Law, adopted December 10, 2025, mandates conformity assessments.

Da Nang Business, Finance and Technology Week 2026 opens July 7-12. Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang highlighted opportunities in finance, tech, and logistics. MOUs signed.

Vietnam sets $438M equity minimum per MW for offshore wind survey firms. New decree details eligibility for projects feeding the national grid, targeting 2025-2035 operation.

Vietnam and Denmark renew health insurance partnership for 2026-2028. Focus on digital health, data-driven policy, and NCDs. Collaboration includes policy dialogue and capacity building.

Vietnam's To Lam met U.S. Ambassador Jennifer Wicks on July 6, 2026. Lam emphasized strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, calling for expanded cooperation in semiconductors, AI, and digital transformation. Wicks affirmed U.S. support for a prosperous Vietnam.