Aviation Cost Pressure: IATA’s AGM in Rio puts the spotlight on airlines facing higher jet-fuel costs and weaker demand, with executives warning that Europe’s rising passenger taxes and airport charges could worsen the squeeze as carriers cut capacity. Dutch Agriculture: Statistics Netherlands reports Dutch farmers and growers received over 10% less in Q1, driven mainly by a near 40% potato price drop that hit earnings hard, alongside lower milk and egg prices. Semiconductor Tensions: A new report claims China’s military-linked entities sought NVIDIA’s advanced AI chips hundreds of times from 2019-2025, reigniting the US-China tech war debate and export-control concerns. Tech Sovereignty & Politics: ASML staff are threatening to boycott an internal conference after Elon Musk was invited for a keynote, reflecting growing internal backlash around politics and Europe’s chip ambitions. Hydrogen Corridor: Gasunie backs Oman’s hydrogen trade corridor to Northwest Europe, including a liquid hydrogen link to Amsterdam and Duisburg, plus cooperation on transport and CCUS know-how. Environment & Enforcement: A Dutch glycerine refinery in Farmsum is accused of years of illegal waste salt dumping near the Belgian border, with prosecutors opening a criminal investigation. Energy Markets: Oil prices slipped as traders gained confidence that US-Iran conflict risks are easing, while LNG prices in Asia rose on stronger demand and supply disruptions. Work Commute Relief Missed: A Dutch tax-free commuting allowance increase hasn’t translated into higher reimbursements for most workers, leaving many without extra support despite fuel-price pressure.