Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market Modification Notice

The UK Crown Commercial Service has issued a modification notice for the Space Technology Solutions dynamic market. One supplier, BLUESKY INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, has been removed from multiple parts of the procurement framework.

Contract Award: Exams Venue Hire in Oskemen, Kazakhstan

The British Council has awarded a contract for venue hire services to "BEST" Education Centre in Oskemen, Kazakhstan, for computer-delivered exams. The contract value is £178,448 excluding VAT and runs from March 2026 to March 2028, with an option to extend.

GDPR Rights Procedure Resolution - Spanish DPA

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) issued a resolution regarding a data subject's right to erasure request against UPTA-CLM. The agency found issues with the contact information provided by the organization, including a non-functional data protection officer email address.

WTO Arbitrator to Set Trade Suspension in Indonesia-EU Palm Oil Dispute

A WTO arbitrator has been tasked with determining the level of trade suspension Indonesia can impose on the EU in a palm oil biofuels dispute. Indonesia requested to suspend concessions worth US$2.8-5.6 billion annually due to alleged non-compliance by the EU with a previous ruling. The Dispute Settlement Body also agreed to a panel reviewing China's measures on standard essential patent licensing.

Middle East conflict threatens slowing global trade growth

The WTO forecasts global merchandise trade growth to slow to 1.9% in 2026 from 4.6% in 2025, with the Middle East conflict posing a significant downside risk. Elevated energy prices could further reduce trade growth by up to 1.0 percentage point, impacting food supplies and services trade.

DoD Information Collection Notice Comment Period Ends

The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a 30-day notice for public comment on a proposed revision to an information collection concerning personal property shipment services. The notice details the associated DD forms and their estimated burden hours, with comments due by April 17, 2026.

DoD Information Collection Notice: National Guard Connectedness Program

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a new information collection proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection, related to the National Guard Connectedness and Relationship Education System First Line Leader Program, aims to gather data on state leaders' awareness and implementation plans.

DOD Proposes Information Collection for Navy New Parent Support Program Evaluation

The Department of Defense (DOD) has issued a 60-day notice for a proposed information collection regarding the Navy New Parent Support Program (NPSP) Evaluation Addendum. The collection aims to understand the benefits and limitations of using the Family Needs Screener as an intake tool. Public comments are requested by May 18, 2026.

DOD Information Collection Proposal

The Department of Defense (DOD) has issued a 60-day notice proposing a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposal concerns the application process for companies contracted to dispose of hazardous waste and materials on behalf of the U.S. Government.

FDA Approves Higher Dose Wegovy (semaglutide) for Weight Loss

The FDA has approved a new higher dose (7.2 mg) of Wegovy (semaglutide) injection, known as Wegovy HD, for weight management in certain adults. This approval was granted under the Commissioner's National Priority Voucher pilot program, aiming to expedite treatments for national health priorities.