China-ASEAN Trade Boost: The 23rd China-ASEAN Expo and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit opened in Nanning under “CAFTA 3.0 Opportunities, Better Life,” drawing 3,400+ firms from 70+ countries and putting Timor-Leste’s debut as a full ASEAN member and co-host front and center. Timor-Leste Spotlight: Timor-Leste is participating for the first time as an ASEAN 11th member, signaling fresh trade and investment access as CAFTA 3.0 rolls out. Expo’s New Angle: Organizers say the event is shifting from simple product promotion to deal-making—matching demand with an “ASEAN Requests, China Responds” setup, plus added focus on AI and high-value sectors. Health Policy Watch: A major U.S. FDA report highlights delayed post-market drug and device studies, raising concerns for patient safety follow-through. Regional Business Context: Separate coverage notes Timor-Leste-linked mining and energy interest in investor chatter, while broader regional business stories underline how utilities and infrastructure reliability can make or break small enterprises.