Venezuela Recovery Push: Delcy Rodríguez said Venezuela is steadily improving via communal production, pointing to the “El Cafetal” roaster and nearly 4 million quintals of coffee (2025-26) for domestic use and export. Argentina Politics vs Forecasts: A fresh look at Milei’s turnaround claims inflation has fallen to 34% (April) and exports nearly hit $9bn, after 108 economists warned of “devastation” before his 2023 win. AI Meets Daily Life in China: Xinhua reports AI is moving from demos to classrooms, public services and manufacturing, with smart teaching tools and robotics showcased at Tianjin’s World Intelligence Expo. US Inflation vs Wages Debate: Kevin Hassett argued real wages are rising even as CPI climbed 3.8% y/y, while polls show most Americans feel stressed about the economy amid Iran-war pressures. Semiconductor Bubble Talk: Bloomberg highlights a chip-led rally and the risk of an AI-driven overheating debate as memory makers surge. India Ease-of-Doing-Business: The Centre urged states to speed legal metrology reforms, shifting weights-and-measures compliance toward registration. Local Business Pressure: Traders in Wales say higher business rates plus the Old Wye Bridge closure are hitting footfall and sales. Trade Deal Watch: India-Oman CEPA starts June 1, offering duty-free access for Indian exports, with textiles and agriculture flagged as early beneficiaries.