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• [New] With targeted efforts across industry and government, the transition to zero-emission HGVs has the potential to reduce dependency on imported fuels, create new jobs and position the UK as a leader in the electrification of freight. Engineering and Technology Magazine
• [New] The Labour government has honed a set of arguments intended to sell the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence to its electoral base of public-sector workers and trade unionists, who are wary of the technology's potential to disrupt or replace jobs. The Economist
• [New] One of Queensland's biggest coal miners will cut about 750 jobs across its operations, blaming the impact of high royalties imposed by the state government. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• Along with creating domestic manufacturing jobs and helping to build an input material supply chain, ABF's cells will play a crucial role in meeting federal and state government energy security initiatives and Made-in-USA national security requirements. Las Vegas Sun
• Telstra has reported a $1.2 billion half-year profit, up 8.1%, as the telco giant reaps the rewards of aggressive cost-cutting that has shed more than 2300 jobs in six months, while warning consumers may face higher mobile bills because of a $7.2 billion government spectrum charge. The Sydney Morning Herald
• Uncertainty about jobs, tariffs, healthcare costs, and government shutdowns could have all taken a toll on spending too. Marketplace
• The September cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover is a stark reminder: over one month of production stoppage, 120,000 jobs at risk across the UK supply chain, and £1.5 billion in government support to secure supplier liquidity. DirectIndustry e-Magazine
• New Brunswick's demonstration units will generate nearly 1,500 jobs, increase GDP by $2 billion and generate $200 million in government revenue. Canada West Foundation
• The Albanese Government will always work to ensure Australians can gain the skills they need for good, secure jobs that help keep Australian agriculture strong. Mirage News
• Generate long-term economic benefits for NSW: ETCF will scale jobs and capabilities in NSW - strengthening NSW competitive advantages in Government priority areas (for example, local manufacturing, housing and net zero), building a stronger innovation ecosystem and supply-chain capabilities. NSW Government
• With government policies, the IT Investment Decade, and plans to create 500,000 jobs, Nepal aims to achieve NPR 30 trillion in exports over the next ten years. Nepal News
• Telstra is reaping the rewards of aggressive cost-cutting that has led to the shedding of more than 2300 jobs in the past year, posting a bumper profit while warning consumers may face higher mobile bills related to a $7.2 billion government spectrum charge. The Sydney Morning Herald
• There are almost 3,000 staff employed by TikTok in Ireland, and RTE reported that the Irish Government has been told around 300 jobs are at risk. Kent Online
• By nurturing a startup culture, Jammu and Kashmir can break away from a limited dependency on Government jobs, build economic resilience, and unlock the vast potential of its youth. Daily Excelsior
• The Spanish government has unveiled a major offshore wind initiative, opening public consultation on plans and future auctions aimed at drawing more than €20 billion in investment to boost energy independence, create tens of thousands of jobs and expand renewable capacity by 2030. TEAM LEWIS UK | London
• Trade coverage focused on last week's Asian tariffs, which the government estimates will raise inflation by just 0.2%, while protecting around 350,000 jobs in the automotive, textile, and metals sectors. Miranda's Mexico Intelligence
• Amid a 35-day US government shutdown, today's ADP jobs data is expected to show a 30k rise in October following a 32k drop in September. Saxo Bank A/S (Headquarters)
• The Albanese Government is investing $1.3 billion in the Indigenous Rangers Program to 2028, aiming to double the ranger workforce from 1,900 to 3,800 jobs by 2030. Indigenous News
• In 2026, the Federal Government of Nigeria will focus on key policies and priorities to accelerate economic growth, create jobs and mobilise investments to build a prosperous Nigerian economy. allAfrica.com

Last updated: 05 April 2026