BRICS diplomacy: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim says its BRICS push isn’t about opposing other blocs, arguing instead for a fairer global system and rules, while stressing continued ties with the US, EU and Australia. Health policy risk: A Lancet study warns the US Medicare “most-favoured-nation” drug pricing plan could backfire by pushing manufacturers to raise prices elsewhere or delay launches, with potentially large global spillovers. ASX markets & stocks: BHP shares slid again, extending a pullback of more than 13% from recent highs, as investors weigh whether the dip is a buying chance amid shifting earnings power toward copper. Energy economics: Chinese overproduction is driving solar panel prices down to about 12 cents per watt, reshaping global power markets and accelerating rooftop solar adoption. Migration politics: One Nation’s proposed migration cuts are again slammed as potentially “tanking” the economy, with debate focusing on net overseas migration and labour market impacts. Gambling reform (ACT): The ACT government moves to curb poker-machine harm with mandatory account-based cashless gaming, withdrawal bans, and reduced operating hours. Business expansion: AtkinsRéalis completes its acquisition of Australia-based WGA, adding about 800 professionals across Australia and New Zealand. Payments tech: Zoth expands zPayments onto Base for cross-border business payouts across 171 countries, targeting faster settlement and lower costs. AI debate: Major AI leaders call for slowing development to reduce catastrophic risk, while markets react to the uncertainty.