Global Growth Watch: The OECD says AI-led spending is cushioning the world, but the Middle East energy shock is worsening the 2027 outlook, with risks that could cut growth and lift inflation. India Macro: Fitch and the ADB both upgraded India’s FY27 growth outlook, citing resilience despite the US-Iran shock, while warning inflation and weaker rural conditions could weigh. UK Economy: The OECD downgraded the UK’s 2027 growth forecast to 1.0%, pointing to higher energy prices and rates. EU Sanctions Politics: EU Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis urged member states to resist “sanctions fatigue” as the bloc debates delistings and possible changes to unanimity rules. Moldova Energy Rules: Moldova advanced draft laws to simplify renewable energy permits and to set clearer rules for energy communities. Nepal Finance & Energy: Nepal’s finance minister backed a fintech payment and settlement bill with a regulatory sandbox, while the Nepal Electricity Authority named a new executive director focused on flood recovery and faster decentralized services. Zimbabwe Jobs: The ILO warned Zimbabwe’s informality remains massive, with 58.5% of employment informal and calls to formalize for better protection.