Digital Governance: Timor-Leste officially launched verify.gov.tl, a Cambodia-supported portal to verify driver’s licenses and transport documents online, aiming to curb forged credentials and cut licensing costs. Regional Diplomacy & Peacebuilding: President José Ramos-Horta told the ERIA School of Government in Jakarta that forgiveness and dialogue are the keys to stability, and at Singapore’s Shangri-La Dialogue he argued prevention matters as much as defense. ASEAN Momentum: Ramos-Horta said full ASEAN membership is already accelerating Timor-Leste’s infrastructure, investment, and public facility upgrades ahead of the 2029 ASEAN chair. Myanmar Mediation Idea: He floated appointing a retired four-star South-east Asian general to guide Myanmar peace talks “under a tent,” with humanitarian access and no preconditions. Culture & Community: Lapu-Lapu City’s Art Gallery and Cultural Hub reopened, giving local artists a free platform through exhibits, markets, and workshops. Health & Climate: DOH Central Visayas reported dengue cases rising alongside extreme heat, while water insecurity and gender impacts remain a growing concern across the region.