Global Scans · Government · Weekly Summary

• [New] Given the high levels of inventory in both China's primary and secondary housing markets, and with housing policy likely to remain reactive, Morgan Stanley expects the value of new home sales in China to fall 10.5% in 2026 from the preceding year to RMB 7.57 trillion (USD 993 billion). Luxuo
• [New] If EV adoption slows because prices remain out of reach, or in the absence of reliable long-term policy certainty, investment decisions and production timelines are put at risk, slowing the growth of Canada's EV sector and the jobs it supports. Pembina Institute
• [New] Madhya Pradesh will soon introduce a State Artificial Intelligence Policy in mission mode, indicating a structured and long-term roadmap for AI adoption. Guidely
• [New] Prompted by price and policy pressures, nearly three-fourths of U.S. oil and gas companies say they plan to restructure portfolios, optimize costs and divest noncore assets that are misaligned with near-term returns. Yahoo Finance
• [New] The EPA's new cost accounting change could impact rules on auto emissions, which are largely set by the federal government and are a major pollution source in Metro Detroit. BridgeDetroit
• [New] Imports of processed critical minerals and their derivative products pose a significant risk to national security due to heavy reliance on foreign suppliers and limited domestic processing capacity. Strategic Metals Invest
• [New] Unchecked misinformation could corrode decision-making at both corporate and government levels, creating vulnerabilities that extend beyond individual sectors to the global financial system. The High Street Journal
• [New] Nearly half of Canadians want their government to approach the US as an enemy or potential threat. BBC News
• [New] Hamas has said it will dissolve its government in Gaza once the new Palestinian committee takes office, but it has shown no sign that it will dismantle its military wing or security forces. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] The EU could impose Crimea-style sanctions against a US-sponsored Greenlandic Government and its supporters. Mishcon de Reya LLP
• [New] Rather than designate President Trump or senior members of his administration, individual designations could target a US-backed Greenlandic Government or less central members of the US Government who could be seen as responsible for shaping and implementing US policy towards Greenland. Mishcon de Reya LLP
• [New] Greenland has its own government and parliament, with the right to decide which affairs of government it will take over from Denmark. Mishcon de Reya LLP
• [New] The Federal Government has explained that Nigeria's removal from the European Union's list of high-risk jurisdictions for anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism will lead to the easing of compliance requirements on financial transactions between Nigeria and EU member states. The Nation Newspaper
• [New] The U.S. government in many instances will favor firms that are more mature in their use and governance of AI. Federal News Network
• [New] The federal government is looking to replace the Royal Canadian Navy's four Victoria-class submarines with a fleet of up to 12 modern vessels starting in 2035. Airdrie City View
• [New] While European officials have often bristled at what they see as American pressure, the convergence of policy suggests a growing alignment driven by shared threat assessments rather than diplomacy alone. Tekedia
• [New] Long phone queues, repeated form-filling, and endless paperwork will be cut out as technology is put to work to transform public services, modernise government, and accelerate national renewal across the UK. GOV.UK
• [New] Within the EU's Fit for 55 package, the FuelEU Maritime regulation requires ships calling at EU ports to reduce the greenhouse-gas intensity of their energy mix progressively, reaching an 80% reduction compared with a fossil baseline by 2050. gCaptain
• [New] The Colorado AI Act requires companies to develop and implement an AI risk management policy and program, including an AI impact assessment to identify, document, and mitigate known or foreseeable risks of algorithmic discrimination. National Law Review
• [New] The Bank of England will streamline its supervisory process in 2026 as part of a wider government effort to reduce the cost of regulation for businesses. Central Banking
• [New] Government support through subsidies, research funding, and farmer education and training initiatives will drive widespread adoption across Europe. Agri Business Review
• [New] Government-led smart city and national transformation programs, such as Vision 2030, are acting as major catalysts by prioritizing connected infrastructure, intelligent transport systems, and digitally managed public services that rely heavily on M2M connectivity. Precedence Research

Last updated: 21 January 2026