Bank Negara Malaysia kept its policy rate unchanged at 2.75%.

Fed minutes show policymakers still expect real GDP to grow robustly through the remainder of 2026. Multiple labor-market indicators point to a stable jobs market that does not appear to be a source of inflationary pressure. The June 17 statement was briefer than recent post-meeting releases, signaling imminent action by officials who have pledged to overhaul Fed communications; minutes say several officials agreed it is time to consider major changes to post-meeting statements.

Iraq's prime minister said the investigation into attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE is ongoing.