Energy & Trade Shock: A US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is lifting Asian markets and easing near-term supply fears, but analysts warn recovery in shipping, energy infrastructure, and commodity flows could take months or longer, keeping global growth under pressure. Policy Response: Malaysia’s Economy Ministry says it will brief Parliament on the global energy and supply-chain crisis, citing continued growth and low inflation while ramping up decision-making. Inflation/Cost Pressures: Romania remains in stagflation territory with near-zero growth and persistent price pressure, while businesses warn power hikes can hit jobs and investment. Regional Business & Investment: India and Slovakia report record trade and expanding cooperation; Korea and Cambodia plan to deepen ties under their FTA; Bahrain highlights real estate momentum as a growth pillar. Finance & Markets: Tanzania’s central bank is urged to keep backing shilling stability; Westpac economists flag petrol could fall below $3 in New Zealand if the oil deal holds; Geojit reiterates a BUY on PVR Inox after its turnaround. Governance & Growth Risks: Sri Lanka’s Ranil Wickremesinghe warns of “total collapse,” while Zambia debates tougher debt-default rules for civil servants. Tech & Productivity: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella argues firms must blend human expertise into AI and build decentralized AI value. Local Economy: Lagos praises a N5bn MSME loan push; South Africa’s illegal gambling crackdown call targets revenue losses.