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• [New] With strong government backing Sydney is poised for significant growth in quantum technology, with a projected A$ 2.2 billion industry value and 8,700 jobs by 2030. IEEE Spectrum
• [New] New coalition government will spend $24bn on new jobs efforts over the next five years and $32bn on rural development. Share Talk
• [New] The federal government is loaning money to Ultium Cells - a joint venture between GM and LG Energy Solution - to build a new EV battery plant in nearby Delta Township, a $2.5 billion project expected to create up to 1,700 jobs. Bridge Michigan
• [New] The American Federation of Government Employees, which represents over 30,000 BOP correctional officers and other agency staff members, raised alarms that the pay cuts will lead to employees leaving their jobs, exacerbating the already short-staffed workforce. Federal News Network
• A circular economy can support Queensland Government commitments to create jobs in a strong economy, transition to a net zero waste and zero net emissions economy by 2050. State of the Environment Report 2020
• The Federal Government has announced a new national skills programme aimed at connecting 20 million young Nigerians to jobs, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 2030, with at least 60% of beneficiaries expected to be women. Punch Newspapers
• Government plans to cut a key benefit for disabled people could stop tens of thousands of workers from continuing in their jobs. UNISON National
• To address challenges in strategic sectors from agriculture to autos, the Canadian government will soon announce a new comprehensive industrial strategy that protects Canadian jobs, boosts Canadian competitiveness, buys Canadian goods, and diversifies Canadian exports. Prime Minister of Canada
• Swiss commodities trader Glencore has initiated discussions with the British government regarding its supply contract with the Lindsey refinery, placed under insolvency this week, threatening hundreds of jobs and the UK's energy security. Energynews.pro
• The federal government is shaping a national AI strategy aimed at unlocking AUD 600 billion in economic value by 2030, focusing on boosting investment, infrastructure, and high-skill jobs across industries. / Australia IPAG
• Malaysia Digital, the national strategic initiative by the Malaysian government, is expected to contribute 22.6% to gross domestic product and create more than 500,000 jobs by 2025. The Edge Malaysia
• A new uranium enrichment facility - which will support about 400 highly-skilled jobs and is backed by almost £200m of government investment - is to be built in Cheshire. Insider Media Ltd
• Thales' £100 million expansion will open a third facility and create up to 200 new jobs, adding to the 900 skilled roles already supported by UK Government defence spending in Northern Ireland. GOV.UK
• AmeriCorps, the government agency that places Americans in service jobs, expects to hire more than 9,000 people into the climate corps by the end of the month. CNN
• The Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian and diversify export markets. CBC
• The Kenyan government plans to create 1 million BPO/ITES jobs in the next five years through supportive policies and incentives. aptantech
• The Western Forest is the first new national forest confirmed as part of government action to boost nature and tree-planting, achieve net zero by 2050 and create new green jobs. Metro
• The German government has set renewable energy goals that are expected to result in thousands of new jobs in the next decade. TerraTern
• In 2025, expect a rise in government jobs for counselors, social workers, and program coordinators focused on mental health and substance abuse prevention. The Arora Group, Inc.

Last updated: 14 September 2025