UNESCO Recognition for Tourism: Timor-Leste’s Nino Konis Santana National Park has been named the country’s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a major boost for nature-based, low-impact travel and the Lauten area’s forests, reefs and cultural sites. Diplomacy & Cooperation: South Korea and Timor-Leste agreed to expand ties on climate action, infrastructure, education and government capacity building, plus maritime cooperation and law enforcement against transnational crime. Regional Engagement: Timor-Leste took part in the 23rd ASEAN-Canada Dialogue and backed a new Strategic Partnership Action Plan, reinforcing its push for deeper multilateral cooperation. Justice Sector Reform: The Prime Minister met Portugal’s judicial institutions to support Timor-Leste’s justice sector reform efforts. Justice & Safety for Women: A commentary argues that punishment alone can’t stop violence against women, calling for prevention across education, welfare, justice and health. Energy & Industry Watch: Sunda Energy says its Chuditch project in Timor-Leste faces uncertainty after receiving a termination notice, delaying drilling plans. Local Development & Services: Timor-Leste highlighted its One-Stop Shop and digitised public services at a UN forum, showing progress in improving access to government services.