Malaysia eFishery Probe: Malaysia’s KWAP says it’s pursuing legal and financial avenues to recover about RM163.4m (around $40m) from its Indonesian aquaculture-tech investment, after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the fund’s process while urging full scrutiny by the MACC. Governance & Fraud Lessons: Anwar also warned lawmakers not to rely too heavily on auditors, pointing to the eFishery case as a reminder that fraud can slip through even with “globally renowned” checks. Feed Cost Pressure (India): Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu asked Union ministers for GST cuts, credit support, and permission to import GM soybean meal to lower shrimp feed costs, plus more NFDB backing for aquaculture. Disease & Industry Fallout (Australia): NSW’s white spot disease controls have pushed a historic prawn co-op toward selling its Maclean site after major revenue losses. Research & Skills Boost (US/Philippines/UK): UMaine joins a $15m NSF Seafood Engine to develop new seafood tech and low-cost water sensors; the Philippines’ BFAR secured long-term rights for an aquaculture facility; and Cornwall opened a marine skills centre with regulators and scientists. Trade Standards (Namibia): Namibia moves to harmonize African fisheries and aquaculture standards to cut trade barriers and improve export access. Climate Watch: India’s CMFRI warns El Niño-linked warming could hit oil sardines and disrupt coastal aquaculture planning.