Geopolitics & Supply Chains: A new analysis warns Europe is waking up to China’s manufacturing concentration as a strategic vulnerability, from rare earth processing to lithium-ion batteries and solar supply chains—raising the stakes for tariffs and industrial shielding. Manufacturing Leadership: Chrysalis Records promoted Marianne Frederick to senior vice president for manufacturing and distribution, expanding operational oversight across its release network. Industrial Safety: A second firefighter died after injuries from a May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber in Maine, with investigators still probing an incident tied to combustible dust. Energy & Ports: AD Ports Group signed an MoU with Dajin Heavy Industry to explore offshore wind supply-chain cooperation spanning logistics, port infrastructure, and vessel investments. Trade & Exports: The Netherlands reported April export volume up 4.4% year on year, led by petroleum products and electrical machinery, while June conditions remain challenging amid weaker German manufacturing. Regulation: India amended drugs rules to end a village exemption for cough syrup retail sales, tightening licensing requirements for pharmacies. Tech & IP: Taiwan’s IP office suspects two firms suing TSMC of being “patent trolls,” framing the USITC complaint as a bid for licensing or settlements. Policy & Industry Costs: Make UK says UK aluminium scrap needs 25% annual growth to meet demand, warning export “leakage” could force production abroad. US Manufacturing Data: The Fed reported US factory output stalled in May as chemical and petroleum declines offset strength tied to data centers and durable goods.