Flexible Work in Dubai: Dubai’s government is rolling out “Our Flexible Summer” from June 29 to Sept 10, letting staff work shorter weeks (either Fri off or a shorter Fri shift) with possible remote options—sparking comparisons from Indians used to 6-day schedules. Cyber-Scam Crackdown Pressure: FATF has demanded Myanmar act against cyber-scam compounds and better protect trafficking victims, highlighting how trapped workers—often including Indians—are exploited across Southeast Asia. Women’s Jobs via FDI (Vietnam): OECD says nearly half of women’s formal jobs in Vietnam are linked to foreign firms, with manufacturing—especially electronics and garments—doing most of the hiring, though job quality remains a concern. India Temple Donation Row: Police arrested eight in Uttar Pradesh over alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple, renewing calls for a deeper, monitored probe. AI Hiring Push in India: Chainguard, a $3.5B cybersecurity startup, plans to expand India hiring as AI accelerates cyber threats. Corporate Restructuring Signals: Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume reportedly aims to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally, adding to the region’s cost-cutting and workforce uncertainty. Passport Fee Hike (India): India raises passport fees from July 1, with tatkal costs jumping sharply—hitting first-time applicants hardest. Banking Tech Upgrade (Philippines): Sterling Bank of Asia selected Infosys Finacle SaaS to digitise core banking and improve employee/customer experience.