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Last update: 3 hours agoBRICS Digital Agenda: BRICS foreign ministers meeting in New Delhi backed AI for growth and “safe, secure, inclusive” systems, while pushing digital public infrastructure and tougher cooperation against cybercrime. Fuel Cost Pressure: In the UK, FairFuelUK says the Treasury is preparing to drop the planned Autumn fuel duty rise—an apparent win for 5.5 million small firms facing forecourt costs—though campaigners warn it could return later. Bangladesh Tax Shake-up: Bangladesh’s NBR is weighing advance income tax on motorcycles and battery rickshaws, with protests already in Dhaka as rates vary by engine size. Tourism Under Strain: Thailand’s tourism is still absorbing the Middle East war shock, with energy costs and inflation risks rising as stimulus plans face scrutiny. SME Growth & Policy: India’s MSME push continues—from GST parity demands after a delivery-charge ruling to new SME IPOs and fresh financing moves for gold-loan players.
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