Telecom Upgrade: Malaysia’s government will push faster improvements to highway connectivity, targeting 77 new telecommunications towers across about 50km of weak-coverage stretches under a new MoU between MCMC and the Highway Authority. Health Capacity: Putrajaya approved 13,343 new unexchanged MOH posts to staff 256 new and upgraded healthcare facilities, with an annual cost of RM1.25bn. Tabung Haji Reform: Malaysia’s Religious Affairs minister said the government will speed up the remaining 25% of Royal Commission recommendations for Lembaga Tabung Haji, noting 75% are already implemented. Workplace Mental Health: Malaysia’s Health Minister says a workplace mental health policy draft is on track for completion by September or October after consultations with HR, workplace safety, employers and unions. Human Trafficking Crackdown: Zambia’s Home Affairs leadership warned traffickers are using digital platforms and AI, urging people to verify job and scholarship offers as the country marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Local Government Pressure (UK): UK Greens warned councils face a widening funding gap and urged emergency measures, including an accommodation crisis fund and pauses on some enforcement. Legal/Justice: Bangladesh plans to amend the Transfer of Property Act so parents can retain lifetime use after gifting property to children. Courts: India’s Supreme Court agreed to hear a plea for anticipatory bail by Tamil Nadu ex-minister Senthil Balaji in the TASMAC corruption case.