Oil & Gas Update: Timor-Leste’s Autoridade Nacional do Petróleo has approved Finder Energy’s field development plan for the Kuda Tasi and Jahal (KTJ) project in the Timor Sea, clearing the way for the joint venture to move toward a final investment decision. The plan covers redeploying the Petrojarl I FPSO, drilling three subsea production wells, and installing related subsea infrastructure. Regional Climate Diplomacy: Indonesia’s former President Megawati Soekarnoputri met Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão in Dili and urged deeper cooperation on climate action, maritime affairs, and research— including joint work to tackle El Niño and drought risks. Youth Sports & Regional Participation: The Philippines officially launched the SEA Plus Youth Games for athletes aged 16 and below, with Timor-Leste listed among the participating Southeast Asian nations for the 2027 event in Manila. Travel Health Alert: Hawai‘i health officials reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu, noting Timor-Leste among countries seeing dengue activity and urging travelers to reduce mosquito breeding risks.