BESS Manufacturing Deal (India): Advait Battery Ecosystems and Adaptive Engineering will build and commercialize an integrated battery energy storage systems platform in India, covering manufacturing, system integration, EMS and lifecycle optimization. Green Industry Push (China): China is rolling out a nationwide program to create national-level zero-carbon factories, using a trial evaluation system and ongoing carbon-reduction targets rather than one-off certification. AI Tech Rivalry (US-China): The US is reviewing steps to restrict US firms from using Chinese AI models after Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 release, while China leans on open-source to challenge the US-led AI ecosystem. Tariffs Hit Pharma Supply Chains (US/India): Trump’s plan keeps generic drug imports tariff-free until Aug 1, 2028, then moves to 100% and 200% tariffs unless production shifts to the US—raising pressure on global generic manufacturing networks. OT Cyber Risk (Boardroom Focus): A new warning highlights that operational technology in factories and logistics is a growing attack target, and board governance still often treats cyber as an IT-only issue. Aerospace Orders (GE Aerospace): GE Aerospace won a new engine order from National Airlines for GE90-110B and CF6-80C2 engines, reinforcing demand for freighter powerplants. Food Processing Innovation (Tetra Pak): Tetra Pak is previewing end-to-end innovation and AI-enabled factory tools at foodpro 2026, aiming to help food and beverage manufacturers speed product development and scale.