This week’s headline features a story from Europe:

India's Bharat 6G Alliance has signed an MoU with European counterparts, 6G IA and 6G Flagship, to explore 6G collaborations and strengthen global telecom innovation. This partnership aims to align research, promote joint initiatives, and contribute to 6G standardization efforts. India would leverage its technological expertise and market potential through this venture. Also, by aligning with its European counterpart, India would benefit from its research and technological advancements in the 6G.

Europe: India's Bharat 6G Alliance has signed an MoU with European counterparts, 6G IA and 6G Flagship, to explore 6G collaborations and strengthen global telecom innovation. This partnership aims to align research, promote joint initiatives, and contribute to 6G standardization efforts.

North America:  In 2024, North American states are advancing legislative efforts to integrate AI in healthcare, focusing on ethical standards, data privacy, and preventing algorithmic discrimination. Notable measures include transparency in AI use, patient consent, and the establishment of regulatory frameworks and task forces to oversee AI implementation.

South America: The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is funding projects in 23 Latin American and Caribbean countries to address environmental challenges, supported by the FAO. These initiatives aim to improve sustainability, biodiversity, climate resilience, and livelihoods across the region.

Asia: Sri Lanka has finalized a $5.8 billion debt restructuring deal with the Official Creditor Committee (OCC) and a separate agreement with China for $4.2 billion in debt treatment. This significant milestone allows Sri Lanka to allocate funds to essential public services and secure concessional financing for development, aiding in its economic recovery.

Australia:  The Adelaide Business School, in collaboration with partners, launched AskSASI, an AI-driven tool aiding South Australian food and beverage businesses in navigating environmental sustainability accreditations for export markets. This initiative simplifies ESG compliance, supporting small businesses in meeting international standards efficiently.

Africa: Already in conversation with several countries and economic blocs to discuss free trade agreements, India now plans to engage with South Africa and New Zealand to negotiate new FTAs to further diversify its trade ties