Freedom of Information & maritime law review (Malaysia): Two Malaysian parliamentary special select committees have been given three months to review the FOI Bill 2026 and the Admiralty Jurisdiction Bill 2026, with hearings set to include ministries, legal experts, and NGOs/CSOs. Human rights vs security (Kenya/East Africa): ARTICLE 19 and African national human rights institutions met in Nairobi to push stronger counterterrorism oversight, warning that security crackdowns can hit journalists, digital activists, and opposition figures. FCRA sparks US–India friction (India): US Rep. Riley Moore warned India’s proposed FCRA amendments could enable government takeovers of churches and religious charities, reigniting concerns about NGO funding rules and sovereignty. Health data deduction clarified (Ghana): Ghana’s government says the controversial 2% SHA deduction is capped and routed to the Digital Health Agency to run the national health information system. Counter-disinformation priorities (Moldova): Liliana Vițu outlined a plan focused on clearer public communication, partnerships with state and civil society, and early detection of manipulation campaigns. Deforestation-linked “sustainable” finance (Global): Global Witness reports banks provided $31bn in sustainability-linked loans to palm oil firms accused of deforestation, raising questions about ESG claims and accountability. Community rights in energy transition (Africa): Lawyers and CSOs urged stronger legal protections for communities facing critical mineral extraction and clean-energy projects, including land rights and fair compensation. Countering cyber trafficking (Bangladesh): Bangladesh’s home minister said tougher action is coming against digital human trafficking networks, including a new technology-focused initiative with IOM-led survivor outreach. State policing roadmap (Nigeria): Nigeria’s government opened a seven-week process to integrate public input into the state police framework and draft National Policing Bill.