Energy & Investment in Timor-Leste: Singapore fuel distributor Global Group has started building its first fuel storage terminal in Liquica, with a US$10 million tank farm planned to hold millions of litres of diesel and petrol, aiming to strengthen supply control and expand capacity. Mining & Exploration: Estrella Resources says it found very high-grade copper at its Sica prospect in Timor-Leste, plus silver and manganese, and also reports copper-silver results at the nearby Daudere prospect. Fisheries Cooperation: Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea are running a fisheries officer exchange focused on compliance and anti–illegal fishing, including port inspections and vessel monitoring practices. Regional Diplomacy: Indonesia’s Megawati Soekarnoputri met Timor-Leste PM Xanana Gusmão, urging joint climate action and research, including a comparative study on nationalism. Travel Rules (Timor-Leste listed): Turkey’s 2026 eVisa eligibility list includes East Timor, while Germany’s 2026 visa-free list for short stays also names Timor-Leste. Health Note: A travel-related dengue case was reported on Oʻahu, with officials reminding residents to reduce standing water to limit mosquito breeding.