Energy & Jobs: Timor Resources has started recruiting for a new CEO as it gears up for a time-sensitive 2026 onshore appraisal push in Timor-Leste, with two-well drilling planned later this year across Blocks A and C. Oil Market Watch: Investors also cheered Santos’ first oil from Alaska’s Pikka phase 1, a reminder that regional energy fortunes can swing fast with production milestones. Health & Safety: A new Japan safety alert links Amgen’s Tavneos to 20 deaths since launch, prompting caution on new patients—another reminder that drug risks can surface long after rollout. Water Cooperation: Seoul is training water officials from multiple countries, including East Timor, on Arisu-style treatment and leak reduction—practical help as aging infrastructure strains supplies. Regional Climate Prep: UN-backed warnings say El Niño could return by mid-2026, urging early resilience planning for Timor-Leste and neighbors. ASEAN Diplomacy: Timor-Leste’s growing regional role continues as it participates in major forums and cooperation efforts.