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Seoul Small Businesses: A city-backed crowdfunding drive raised 850 million won for about 100 businesses, giving them a low-risk way to test products and build online sales. Regional Cooperation: South Korean and Japanese small-business groups pledged regular collaboration on AI, digital upgrades and supply chains. Digital Payments: India delayed a proposed 0.4% fee on some UPI merchant payments above ₹2,000 until after Diwali, following pushback from traders. AI Skills: Grab and OpenAI plan practical AI workshops for 3,000 gig workers in Thailand, with a broader regional target of 30,000 workers and entrepreneurs. Market Access: India’s GST Council opened the national market to small online sellers, while new industry tie-ups are set to help SMEs adopt AI using a curated list of more than 100 tools. Pacific Support: The Asian Development Bank launched a $12.85 million initiative for Pacific businesses.

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Oct. 13, 2026

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Food Safety: India's crackdown must continue, but follow the science and improve systems

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