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Timor-Leste to be granted full ASEAN membership in October: Malaysia PM Anwar
The Phnom Penh Post
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that under the presidency of Mr Jose Ramos-Horta, Timor-Leste will be accepted into Asean. PHOTO: ANWAR IBRAHIM/FACEBOOK/THE STRAITS TIMES KUALA LUMPUR – Timor-Leste’s wait to be included in Asean...
Chinese engineers help electrify Timor-Leste, transforming lives and deepening bilateral ties
Global Times
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An aerial view of Dili, capital of Timor-Leste Photo: VCGAs dusk falls over Timor-Leste's capital Dili, Yang Huchen's car winds through the country's rugged terrain, his eyes tracing the golden constellations of light that now dot the hillsides....
Business : Timor-Leste PM’s Visit To Weststar Signals Stronger Bilateral Ties In Aviation, Energy
Bernama
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May 28, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The official visit by Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao to Weststar Group’s headquarters reflects the shared commitment of both Weststar Group and the Timor-Leste government to strengthening...
Timor-Leste expected to become ASEAN member state in October
VietnamPlus
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May 28, 2025
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – ASEAN leaders have agreed in principle to accept Timor-Leste as the 11th member of the bloc at the upcoming ASEAN Summit in October, pending the country’s fulfillment of several remaining requirements to attain full...
CN Bio introduces cross-species DILI services
European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
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June 11, 2025
CN Bio, a provider of Organ-on-a-chip (OOC) systems and solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development workflows, has introduced two new animal microphysiological system (MPS) models that enhance translatability in preclinical drug...
Timor-Leste to join Asean as full member by October, says PM
The Malaysian Star
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May 27, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Timor-Leste will become a full member of Asean by the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits in October, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said that Timor-Leste has worked hard to meet the requirements for Asean...
Timor-Leste to be granted full Asean membership in October, says Malaysia PM Anwar
The Straits Times
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May 27, 2025
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that under the presidency of Mr Jose Ramos-Horta, Timor-Leste will be accepted into Asean.PHOTO: ANWAR IBRAHIM/FACEBOOK KUALA LUMPUR – Timor-Leste will become Asean’s 11th member state, with full...
Timor-Leste on track to full Asean membership by October, says Anwar
Malay Mail
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May 27, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — South-east Asian leaders have agreed to accept Timor-Leste as the 11th member of the regional bloc at the upcoming Asean Summit in October, subject to the fulfilment of several remaining requirements for full membership....
Timor-Leste Could Gain ASEAN Membership Later This Year, Malaysian FM Says
The Diplomat
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May 26, 2025
Timor-Leste is on track for its long-awaited accession to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said yesterday, adding that it could join the bloc as soon as October if it fulfills the...
ASEAN diplomatic missions pledge deeper bilateral ties with Nigeria
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 20, 2025
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) diplomatic missions in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Nigeria in areas such as education, trade, and investment. The association made the pledge in...
East Timor makes ‘meaningful progress’ toward ASEAN entry, says Malaysian FM
Firstpost
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May 25, 2025
East Timor is one step closer to achieving its long-held desire to join the Southeast Asian regional bloc, and might become its 11th member state by October, Malaysia’s foreign minister said on Sunday. Mohamad Hasan stated on the sidelines ahead...
Timor-Leste could join ASEAN bloc by October: Malaysia minister
The Jakarta Post
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imor-Leste is a step closer to fulfilling its longstanding wish to join the Southeast Asian regional bloc and could become its 11th member state by October, Malaysia's foreign minister said on Sunday. Mohamad Hasan said on the sidelines ahead of...
Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership bid gains strong regional backing - Mohamad Hasan
The Sun Daily
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May 25, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN Foreign Ministers today reaffirmed their strong support for Timor-Leste’s full membership in the regional bloc, acknowledging the country’s significant progress in implementing the ASEAN Roadmap. Malaysian Foreign Minister...
Business : ASEAN Economic Ministers Convene With 11 Key Agendas, Call for Deeper Cooperation - Tengku Zafrul
Bernama
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May 25, 2025
By Anas Abu Hassan KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The 25th ASEAN Economic Community Council (AECC) meeting convened today on the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit with 11 agendas up for discussion among the bloc’s state representatives, with...
Timor-Leste’s bid to join ASEAN is progressing - Philippine Senior Official
The Sun Daily
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May 24, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Timor-Leste’s bid to join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is progressing, according to the Philippines’ Undersecretary for Bilateral Relations and ASEAN Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, though she cautioned that...
Investment Opportunities in Timor-Leste’s Digital Economy
ASEAN Briefing
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May 28, 2025
Timor-Leste stands at a pivotal moment in its national development, where digital transformation has the potential to leapfrog traditional growth barriers. While historically dependent on oil revenues, the country’s emerging digital economy offers...
Estrella makes history with manganese drill program in Timor-Leste
The West Australian
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May 29, 2025
Estrella Resources has officially broken new ground by launching Timor-Leste’s first modern metallic mineral exploration program, punching-in the company’s maiden diamond drill hole at the highly prospective Ira Miri manganese prospect. In...
Asean leaders agree to admit Timor-Leste
Bangkok Post
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May 29, 2025
Eleventh member expected to officially join in October PUBLISHED : 29 May 2025 at 09:30 Leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) have agreed to admit Timor-Leste as its 11th Asean member at the next Asean summit in October,...
3D reprocessing paving the way for first oil from fields offshore Timor-Leste
Offshore Energy
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May 28, 2025
With the results of a 3D reprocessing project for PSC 19-11 in hand, Perth-based oil and gas exploration player Finder Energy has embarked on the interpretation of the data, focusing on updating mapping of undeveloped oil fields in the Timor Sea...
General : ASEAN Sec-Gen Hails ‘Twin Successes’ Of 46th Summit With Vision 2045, Timor-Leste Admission
Bernama
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May 28, 2025
By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, May 28 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn on Wednesday hailed the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur as a success, citing the adoption of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and progress toward...