Global Scans · Government · Weekly Summary

• [New] The Trump administration plans to restrict or ban Chinese drones and heavy vehicles over national security risks. CoinCentral
• [New] The United States government, working with international partners, has built a complex strategy involving systematic detection and tracking of potential threats, development of diverse mitigation technologies, and sophisticated interagency response frameworks. GovFacts
• [New] The Federal Reserve's role in shaping U.S. monetary policy is inherently intertwined with political and regulatory risks, particularly as high-level officials navigate the delicate balance between public service and personal financial interests. Ainvest
• [New] Fed officials face ethical risks from real estate holdings conflicting with monetary policy decisions. Ainvest
• [New] Indonesia has a strategic geographical position and actively implements an independent foreign policy; therefore, it is expected to be able to play a bigger role in global issues and maintain a balance of interests between the West and East. Valdai Club
• [New] The Trump administration is preparing sweeping new restrictions on Chinese drones and heavy vehicles, citing growing national security risks tied to foreign-controlled technology. CoinCentral
• [New] Following another year of intense scrutiny, the Medicare Advantage industry is set to remain a government enforcement priority in 2025, and PDP plan sponsors will likely attract similar scrutiny. JD Supra
• [New] Trump announced that the U.S. government will take a 10% equity stake in American chipmaker Intel, in exchange for releasing the remainder of the federal funding Intel was promised via the Biden-era CHIPS Act. Domino Theory
• [New] Taiwan is tightening supervision on government usage of technology that could endanger national security. Domino Theory
• [New] Through the MOU, interagency partners intend to accelerate the research, development, demonstration, and deployment needed for a government-wide commitment to scale up the production of SAF to at least 35 billion gallons per year by 2050 to satisfy 100% of domestic demand. Energy.gov
• [New] The Lebanese government will reportedly attempt to persuade rather than coerce Hezbollah to disarm. Critical Threats
• [New] US Rep. Ed Case (D-Hawaii) voted against the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill in the House Appropriations Committee, citing cuts to small business programs and agencies that protect consumers. | Case votes against appropriations bill, cites thre
• [New] The NSW government is a world leader in implementing new technologies to reduce the risk of shark bite. The Sydney Morning Herald
• [New] By 2025, the convergence of AI and remote sensing with regulatory frameworks like the European Union Deforestation Regulation is revolutionizing how agribusinesses demonstrate sustainability, monitor deforestation, and manage environmental risks. Farmonaut
• [New] Nuclear Program: The UK government warned of Iran's continued stockpiling of highly enriched uranium and its refusal to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), increasing fears of nuclear escalation. NCRI
• [New] The U.S. has paired sweeping tariffs with restrictions on exporting advanced AI chips to China, citing national security risks. Just Security
• [New] By 2025, PQC adoption velocity, policy alignment, and technical agility will define national and corporate resilience in a post-quantum era. Ainvest
• [New] Regulators will have another shot at forcing a break up later this month in the remedies phase of a different antitrust case the US government is mounting against Google - over its dominance of advertising technology. BBC News
• [New] While aligning Ukraine's customs legislation with EU standards is a government priority, political negotiations with some EU countries, as seen with North Macedonia case, could delay membership. SlideShare
• [New] The American people deserve maximum transparency from the federal government on sightings, acquisitions, and examinations of UAPs and whether they pose a potential threat to Americans' safety. DefenseScoop
• [New] Unlike traditional caretaker governments, the interim government that came to power after Sheikh Hasina's ouster was expected to do more than just holding elections - strengthen institutions and chart a clear governance path for the next elected government. / Bangladesh The Business Standard
• The policy change reflects an understanding that complete export restrictions may be counterproductive, as China will continue developing AI capabilities regardless of U.S. chip access. Dictionary.com
• Addressing North Korea's cyber threat should be a national priority that requires a comprehensive whole-of-government response that uses all of the instruments of national power. The Heritage Foundation

Last updated: 10 September 2025