Labor Union Leadership: Australia’s ACTU is set to get a new secretary-elect as CPSU boss Melissa Donnelly takes over from Sally McManus, with the handover tied to pay, jobs and work-from-home wins. Nepal Investment Push: Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle urged multinational firms to expand production and jobs, framing private-sector growth as a reinvestment engine for tax revenue. Security Clearances Clash: Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall says he’ll sue the Trump administration after his security clearance was revoked over claims tied to a Qatari-gifted jet. Election Policing: Papua New Guinea’s Police Minister Sir John Pundari warned candidates against using illegal firearms ahead of the 2027 election, calling it “the people’s election.” UK High-Street Crackdown: Britain’s new Overseas Territories minister and UK plans to curb vape and betting shop growth are moving forward, with tighter planning rules and limits on councils’ ability to block venues. Pakistan PTI Health Row: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s information minister demanded transparency on Imran Khan’s health and access to his doctors. Regional Energy Deals: Trinidad and Tobago announced an NGC-bpTT partnership to boost gas development and energy security. Crime and Justice: UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pressed his justice secretary to keep more serious offenders behind bars as early release rules approach. Digital Threats: Indonesia’s deputy communications minister warned of quantum-era cyber risks and urged post-quantum security planning. Nepal Cabinet Delay: Karnali Chief Minister Mangal Bahadur Shahi faced criticism for stalling cabinet expansion while coalition partners argue over central control.