The US is considering a 12-month pilot program that could require foreign nationals from certain countries to pay a $15,000 deposit for a tourist or business visa, aiming to curb visa overstays.

• A potential $15,000 (£11,300) deposit may be required from visa applicants.
• The US State Department noted the program targets countries with high visa overstay rates or where screening information is deficient.
• The initiative aligns with President Donald Trump's agenda to stem illegal immigration and address perceived national security interests.

US President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) following its announcement of a new chief executive and amid a controversial rebranding effort.

• Trump, on his Truth Social platform, called JLR's marketing campaign "stupid" and "woke" and stated the company was in "absolute turmoil" after its previous boss resigned.
• PB Balaji, the finance chief of parent company Tata Motors, will become JLR's first Indian CEO in November.
• The luxury carmaker is undergoing significant changes, including the launch of its first all-electric range in 2026 and a rebranding that has drawn criticism for ditching Jaguar's iconic logo and traditional style.

Brazil plans to challenge the United States at the World Trade Organization (WTO) after the U.S. imposed a 50 percent tariff on several Brazilian exports, including coffee and beef, effective this Wednesday. The move, affecting roughly 35 percent of Brazil’s exports to the U.S., has prompted Brazil to explore a relief package for affected businesses.

• The U.S. tariffs cover roughly 35 percent of Brazil’s exports to the United States.
• The Chamber of Foreign Trade approved initiating a formal consultation with the WTO.
• Finance Minister Fernando Haddad stated, “We won’t engage with the U.S. as a colony or satellite — we’re a sovereign nation.”