US Forced-Labour Tariffs: The USTR has proposed extra duties under Section 301 on imports from 60 economies, including India, with rates of 10% or 12.5% depending on the country’s enforcement status—raising new cost and sourcing questions for consumer supply chains. Japan Aquaculture: Japan says it has achieved commercial sales of fully farmed eels (“unagi”), aiming to cut reliance on wild-caught eel juveniles and stabilize a culturally important seafood category. India Inflation Watch: ICICI Global Markets projects India’s retail inflation could rise to 5% in FY27, led by food and energy, while core inflation stays near 4.5%—a key input for pricing across FMCG and retail. Japan Energy Relief: Japan’s cabinet approved a 3.11tn yen supplementary budget to cushion households from higher energy costs tied to the Middle East conflict. India-Oman CEPA: The India–Oman trade pact took effect June 1, with analysts pointing to stronger energy security and more resilient trade corridors. India Dairy Pricing: Mother Dairy says it has no intention to hike retail milk prices further, citing comfortable supply and fodder availability. EV Supply Chain Reality Check (India): Coverage highlights that EV growth is now constrained by imported lithium-ion batteries, shifting the focus from sales incentives to battery supply resilience. Retail/Brand Moves: General Mills is selling its Häagen-Dazs shops in China to a local investor group, signaling continued brand portfolio reshuffling in the market. Travel + Sustainability: Japan’s Coral eSIM links travel data to coral reef restoration, donating 1 yen per 1GB used abroad.