India-UK Trade Deal: CETA and the Social Security Double Contribution Convention kick in July 15, cutting UK tariffs on Indian auto components (up to 18% to zero) and easing professional mobility for services and engineering. HR & Skills: SHRM India announced the speaker line-up for UnConference26 (July 15-16, Hyderabad), a participant-led format focused on workplace transformation, culture and employee well-being. AI Jobs Shift (China): Xinhua reports “humanoid robot trainer” roles emerging in Wuhan as AI expands, with young workers moving from sales and other jobs into robotics training. China Employment-First Plan: Beijing unveiled a 2026-2030 “employment-first” strategy, aiming to stabilize the job market and create AI-linked opportunities. China Food Delivery Rules: Regulators proposed draft rules to curb “unfair” subsidy-driven price wars that push costs onto merchants and delivery drivers. Education-to-Employment (India): IIT Delhi topped India in QS World University Rankings 2027 at 118 globally, citing gains in employer reputation and employability. Migration Policy (NZ): New Zealand finalized Skilled Migrant Category and work-to-residence changes effective Aug 24, simplifying wage thresholds and adding a five-month grace period. Workplace Health & Safety (India): India tightened OTC rules for cough syrups from June 16, requiring prescriptions to curb misuse. Student Mental Health (India): Four NEET aspirant deaths have renewed calls for stronger counselling and support around high-stakes exams. Auto Sector Bargaining (Canada): Unifor prepares major Detroit Three negotiations amid tariffs and uncertainty, with talks starting in Toronto. Gulf of Oman Safety (India-US): Modi-Trump talks at G7 emphasized maritime security and seafarers’ safety, with “jobs” also highlighted in the bilateral push.