Aviation Incentives: Nepal extended fee waivers and discounts for airlines flying international routes via Pokhara and Gautam Buddha airports through mid-September 2028, aiming to boost passenger turnout and unlock new services like Flydubai’s Dubai–Pokhara launch. Climate & Cost of Living: A UK study links June’s heatwave to about £1.15bn in lost economic output, including millions of lost working hours and reduced productivity. Foreign Capital Watch: India’s RBI says FDI and FPI inflows stayed positive in recent months, with domestic demand and industrial/services activity supporting resilience through June. AI Security: A warning from Deloitte Cyber Indonesia says banks risk undermining AI fraud defenses if governance and security controls lag behind faster deployment. South Africa Rates: Markets brace for the Reserve Bank’s next decision as inflation hits 5% and oil risks raise the odds of a bigger-than-usual hike. Energy Transition in Mining: Kumba Iron Ore signed a 20-year renewable power deal for its Sishen mine, targeting lower costs and emissions. Real Estate Pulse: Miami-Dade logged its strongest June in three years, with home sales up 14.3% year-on-year. South Korea Growth: South Korea’s Q2 GDP rose 0.6% on quarter, powered by semiconductor exports and faster IP investment. Digital Divide: unconnected.org and Q-KON partnered to expand satellite connectivity across underserved areas in Sub-Saharan Africa.