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The US has publicly endorsed Bolivia's reform package aimed at attracting international investment, while an official report reveals 15 state-owned enterprises have accumulated losses exceeding 5.1 billion bolivianos. Washington's support for President Rodrigo Paz's reforms in December 2025 highlights efforts to open Bolivia to foreign investment.

Pakistan has reduced the climate ministry’s budget allocation from Rs3.5bn to Rs2.48bn amid rising climate threats, including glacial lake outburst floods and El Niño-related risks. The article highlights the economic and social costs of climate inaction, such as disrupted agriculture, water shortages, and increased disaster recovery expenses.

A top US trade official criticized China for unfair trade practices including subsidies, dumping, regulatory barriers, and state-owned enterprise support. The official also faulted the United States for being 'asleep at the wheel' in addressing these issues.

China is launching a nationwide programme to deploy humanoid robots and embodied AI in industries such as factories, warehouses, and hospitals to accelerate their use in production and service environments. Local governments and state-owned enterprises have less than six months to prove the technology’s viability in these settings.

Europe’s leaders view China’s economic dominance as a threat, citing subsidies, technology theft, state-owned enterprises, and industrial policy. Cecilia Malmstrom, a European Parliament member, highlights China’s aggressive industrial policy as a growing concern.

China launched 93 orbital rockets in 2023, becoming the second-most productive space power, but faces criticism for ignoring established norms on disposing of rocket upper stages. Analysts warn this trend exacerbates space debris concerns despite parallel growth in the U.S. and SpaceX.