UN Diplomacy: Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta backed India’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat, praising India’s democratic record and “living civilisation” status. Elections & Tech: Timor-Leste’s Agio Pereira met Australia’s Electoral Commissioner Jeff Pope on election readiness, focusing on disinformation, social media, and AI’s impact on democratic processes. Sports (Asian Games): East Timor’s Mouzinho Belo advanced in the men’s 100m heats at Nagoya, setting up semifinals as the Games intensify. Culture & Heritage: Timor-Leste designated the Cultural Landscape of Tutuala and Portuguese-origin architectural heritage in Dili and Liquiçá as National Cultural Heritage, with UNESCO-linked conservation steps. Women & Business: The prime minister urged women to grow businesses using local resources, aiming to shift from small-scale informality toward stronger domestic production. Global Spotlight: Deputy PM Ayman Safadi co-led UNGA sessions on peace and the “Call to Action” for Palestinian children, stressing protection failures.