Cuba Economic Overhaul: Cuba’s National Assembly approved 176 reforms to decentralize the state-run economy, expand private hiring and banking, open more room for imports/exports, and allow private real estate investment—moves framed as a major shift under U.S. pressure. Bolivia Crisis Escalation: President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency and authorized broader military deployment to clear road blockades after 50 days of protests that choked supplies and halted economic activity. UK Monetary Policy: The Bank of England kept Bank Rate at 3.75% as inflation eased to 2.8%, but energy-price volatility and second-round risks keep policymakers cautious. India Housing & Urban Growth: A KPMG report says India’s urban transformation hinges on unlocking affordable housing, easing land and approval bottlenecks, and strengthening rental market rules. Turkey-EU Energy & Digital Push: Türkiye and Germany pledged deeper energy and critical-minerals cooperation, while Türkiye approved a Turkic states digital economy partnership to boost cross-border e-trade. Middle East Trade Relief: With the Strait of Hormuz reopening, Bahrain expects lower freight and insurance costs and gradual normalization for regional trade. Data-Center Power Deal (India): Kirloskar Oil Engines won a large order to supply 192 MW of backup power systems for AI-ready hyperscale data centres via HyperNext.