Malaysia Trade: Electronics led Malaysia’s export growth (+42.5% to NZ$194.5b), with optical/scientific gear, petroleum products and machinery also rising—showing deeper manufacturing-linked demand across tech supply chains. Pakistan Energy Economics: A new report argues LNG “bridge fuel” can trap countries in debt and price volatility; Pakistan’s gas circular debt is cited at about Rs3.3tn, turning supply shocks into broader economic strain. Bangladesh Digital Finance: Bank Asia signed Bangladesh Bank refinance participation deals for green factories/industries and ICT, using low-cost central bank funding to back sustainable and tech projects. Bangladesh AI in Commerce: ShopUp and Oleyn held an “All About AI” panel in Dhaka, focusing on AI use in banking, data readiness and B2B transformation. India Policy & Growth: NITI Aayog’s Arvind Virmani kept India’s 7% GDP growth forecast (±1%) while warning against overreacting to quarterly data amid trade and global uncertainty. India–West Asia Shock: Economist Amartya Lahiri said West Asia conflict can drive “massive” global effects via oil, inflation and knock-on political outcomes. Philippines Tech Risks: A Synology survey flags data security/privacy as a top AI adoption barrier for Philippine firms, alongside scattered data and limited visibility into third-party AI handling. Singapore Payments: XRP Asia launched in Singapore to support XRPL adoption across Asia as Ripple targets more customer payment volume in 2027. Aviation Infrastructure: Mumbai Airport’s Adani-led MIAL will redevelop Terminal 1B North from Jan 2027, affecting about 9% of passengers.