Aviation & Tourism: Aero Dili launched its first direct Darwin–Dili service on 21 June, operating Sundays and Tuesdays, cutting travel time and expected to boost Australian arrivals and tourism spending across Timor-Leste. Agriculture & Food Security: An ACIAR-backed project is testing practical ways to reduce labour and improve nutrition for Timor-Leste farmers, tackling long manual work, low soil fertility, and the pressure of youth moving off farms. Energy & Infrastructure: The Council of Ministers reviewed progress on President Nicolau Lobato International Airport expansion, with a revised US$239m plan (ADB/JICA/Australia support) targeting phased completion by 2028 to raise capacity and safety. Climate Resilience & Community Development: A Philippines-Canada NbS–SHE WINS initiative was launched to strengthen women-led community resilience, with early support planned for selected barangays. Governance & Business Risk: A graft case in Cebu (not Timor-Leste) highlights how local authorities frame quarry rehabilitation decisions around safety and environment—an indirect reminder for project operators to document compliance. Regional Trade & Diplomacy: Russia’s ASEAN summit in Kazan included East Timor, with renewed focus on energy cooperation and trade via national currencies.