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• [New] In the Affordable Housing Plan, the European Commission has an opportunity to influence housing affordability by explicitly incorporating building decarbonization into its affordability strategy, fostering regional cooperation and aligning social and climate policy objectives. Bruegel | The Brussels-based economic think tank
• [New] The Government of India has announced the return of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, a national dialog led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi that promotes stress-free exam preparation, emotional well-being, and holistic learning. Adda247
• [New] The Indian government said it would institute a high-level inquiry into IndiGo service disruption. Khaleej Times
• [New] As part of the U.S. strategy to cut ties with nations it sees as risky, Benin may face restrictions that will impact its trade, tourism, and international relations. Travel And Tour World
• [New] 55,000 young people stand to gain from a government-backed guaranteed job, which will begin roll-out from Spring 2026 in areas with some of the highest need in Great Britain. GOV.UK
• [New] The Victorian government has set a target to produce at least 2GW of power from offshore wind by 2032. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] Following campaigning by bereaved families and supportive MPs, the UK government has included education about methanol dangers in the national curriculum and strengthened Foreign Office advice to travelers, extending the warning to more countries. The Guardian
• [New] The UK government has kicked off plans to ramp up police use of facial recognition, undeterred by a mounting civil liberties backlash and fresh warnings that any expansion risks turning public spaces into biometric dragnets. The Register
• [New] US Government Bonds A stronger trade reading (narrower deficit) could push yields higher, as improved growth prospects reduce demand for bonds. FinancialJuice
• [New] If inflation remains sticky or if the Fed signals fewer or later cuts than markets expect, the dollar could stabilize or even strengthen in anticipation of relatively tighter policy. / USA FinancialJuice
• [New] In Singapore, the government-led TradeTrust framework uses blockchain to authenticate and exchange electronic trade documents across jurisdictions, supporting faster customs clearance and reducing fraud risks. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] Stabilization is expected by 2026-27 amid structural challenges and policy support. / China realtyplusmag
• [New] Elections in nine council areas - East Sussex, West Sussex, Essex, Thurrock, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Norfolk, Suffolk and Surrey - were already postponed from in 2025 to 2026 amid the reorganization of local government in England. The Guardian
• [New] The Nigerian government has signalled plans to publicly identify individuals and networks financing terrorism, as part of broader efforts to address extremism, banditry, and organized crime that increasingly threaten national and regional security. Counter Extremism Project
• [New] This week, INR is expected to remain volatile ahead of Reserve Bank of India monetary policy, with USD / INR likely moving within the 89.10-90.85 range. Mint
• [New] The Victorian Government will provide hospitals with an additional $9.3 billion of operating expenditure over the next four years and invest $643 million for new and expanded hospitals. A deep dive on the 2025 Victorian Budget | VCOSS
• [New] VCOSS is calling on the Victorian Government to: Set a target to build 7,990 new social housing dwellings every year for the next 10 years, as part of a pathway to reach the additional 377,000 new social homes required by 2051. A deep dive on the 2025 Victorian Budget | VCOSS
• Stakeholders - including banks, fintechs, and development partners - were invited to contribute to the draft strategy, which will guide Ghana's payment systems policy and investment landscape through to 2029. www.hoganlovells.com

Last updated: 10 December 2025