Qatar Startup Ecosystem: A new roadmap study says Qatar can scale energy-transition and industrial decarbonisation startups by leveraging its LNG and petrochemical base, focusing on cleaner tech and logistics. Specialty Chemicals Margin Pressure: Crisil Ratings flags export weakness and cautious overseas buying as specialty chemical makers face margin compression this fiscal. Waterborne Epoxy Resins Growth: Zion Market Research projects the waterborne epoxy resins market to hit $8.51B by 2034, driven by VOC and sustainability pressure. Marine Coatings Award: PPG’s SIGMAGLIDE 2390 wins an ACS Green Chemistry Challenge Award for biocide-free fouling release. Forever-Chemicals & Toys: A South Africa study finds banned legacy flame retardants in children’s products, raising concerns about toxic recycling in circular supply chains. Food Safety Crackdown: Maharashtra authorities dismantle a synthetic milk network, seizing adulteration chemicals and destroying thousands of litres. Agrochem Policy Pushback: The U.S. EPA funds glyphosate-desiccation alternatives via a $30M challenge, as farmers push back on “MAHA” pesticide attacks. Copper/Cobalt Supply Watch: Congo says Middle East-linked sulfuric acid disruptions haven’t yet hit copper and cobalt output materially. Hydrogen/Quantum Fusion Research: IBM, ORNL and Cleveland Clinic unveil a quantum-assisted molecular simulation aimed at tritium breeding for fusion. Local Sanitation Response: Accra steps up flood-related food safety enforcement, including disinfectants and protective gear for inspectors.