Blue Economy Push: Timor-Leste marked National Sea Day and Ocean Week 2026 with nationwide ocean conservation events, and on June 5 launched a Blue Economy Website to centralize information on maritime policy, research and sustainable development. Tourism Skills Upgrade: The Ministry of Tourism rolled out a Timor-Leste Tourism Ambassador Programme, offering free certified training for hospitality workers to improve customer service and destination knowledge, with more sessions planned through 2026. ASEAN Integration & Regional Deals: Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão is in Vietnam (June 8–10) for the ASEAN Future Forum, aiming to deepen bilateral cooperation and sign agreements including education and higher education partnerships. Energy Planning for ASEAN: A new open-source Asean power grid model highlights how cross-border electricity trade could speed the energy transition, while noting data gaps and regulatory hurdles affecting progress—relevant as Timor-Leste integrates further into regional systems. Marine Biodiversity Spotlight: UNESCO added new biosphere reserves worldwide, including Timor-Leste, reinforcing the country’s conservation and sustainable development agenda.