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WHAT'S NEXT?: AI will replace 16% of jobs over the next decade. A billion people will enter the job market over the next ten years.

• [New] £4 billion will be invested in supporting drivers to make the switch to electric vehciles, while backing British carmakers through international trade deals - creating jobs and boosting investment. Kinto United Kingdom
• [New] Sugar inventory levels at the end of fiscal 2026 are expected to remain at levels similar to last year, limiting the rise in working capital debt despite higher distillery operations. Sakshi Post
• [New] Around half of the world's population currently suffers from high water stress at least one month per year, threatening secure delivery of water, food, health, jobs, and energy. WaterBlog@KTH: Reflect, Rethink, Refill
• [New] The free trade and labour mobility in Canada act could, among other things, help streamline licensing and safety compliance requirements for truck drivers, which would help ease labour shortages, reduce costs and improve deliveries across Canada. SenCanada
• [New] By leveraging HROne's direct China EOR, PEO, and payroll services, international businesses can ensure compliance, manage HR risks, and recruit top talent without establishing a legal entity. HRONE
• [New] Each segment stands to benefit uniquely: Garments will see the sharpest growth, spurring investment and job creation in India. Fibre2Fashion
• [New] All innovation programs must be focused on ensuring Canada's globally competitive intellectual property is commercialized in ways that create opportunities, jobs and wealth in Canada. SenCanada
• [New] In 2025, Indian IT professionals have a wealth of opportunities to work abroad in countries offering high salaries, excellent work-life balance, and streamlined immigration processes. Nri Globe - One globe. One root. Infinite NRI connectio
• [New] Amazon will need fewer people doing some of the jobs that are being done today and will reduce its total corporate workforce in the next few years. ABC News
• [New] 75% of the phones used by T-Mobile customers will work on the satellite service. TahawulTech.com
• [New] Help for energy intensive industries, investment in the advanced manufacturing sector, a defence growth deal cluster and support for the Cardiff Capital Region will all help to attract investment, drive growth and create jobs. Business News Wales
• [New] While 80% of law firm professionals believe AI will transform or have a high impact on their work, only 29% expect high levels of change at their firm in 2025. Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
• [New] Autonomy in decision-making and involvement in organizational changes can enhance job satisfaction and reduce burnout risk. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] The Welsh Government and local government will work together to promote local government as an employer of choice and attract diverse, skilled individuals. GOV.WALES
• [New] There is enormous potential to drive UK growth, exports, skills and jobs together throughout the decades ahead. PlastikMedia
• [New] Expect sharper regulatory scrutiny as the EU AI Act deadlines approach, more M&A as incumbents buy specialized talent, and fresh debates over human oversight after Wikipedia's pushback. DEV Community
• [New] LinkedIn, based on analysis of its members, determined that 70% of the skills in most jobs will change by 2030, driven by AI. Yahoo Life
• [New] International students and skilled migrants from India and eight other countries will benefit from a streamlined immigration process in New Zealand, as Immigration New Zealand has expanded its List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment. Economic Times
• [New] The scale of change required, from training 251,500 new workers to achieving 78% carbon reduction by 2035, represents the construction sector's greatest challenge and opportunity since post-war reconstruction. UK Construction Blog
• [New] The UK construction industry is experiencing a cautious recovery in 2025 with three consecutive months of positive growth, but faces its most severe labour shortage in decades that threatens to constrain a historic £34 billion pipeline of major projects starting in 2025. UK Construction Blog
• [New] About £2.2bn will be spent on staff, medicines, new technology and equipment in rural communities, coastal towns and working-class regions. SKY
• Labour's deep cuts to the UK's aid budget will touch the lives of 60 million people, and underline the Britain's withdrawal from the world stage. The Guardian
• Iran's nuclear agency on Sunday confirmed attacks took place on its Fordo, Isfahan and Natanz atomic sites, but is insisting its work will not be stopped. ETV Bharat

Last updated: 30 June 2025