Infrastructure Displacement: Lapu-Lapu Expressway (LLEX) is set to affect about 130 households in Deca 5 Homes, Barangay Basak, with construction slated to start next year after city approval—yet only around 30 families have agreed to demolition/appraisal so far. Border Security: Indonesia has intensified anti-drone surveillance along the West Kalimantan–Malaysia border, training troops for early detection and counter-drone response at key crossing areas. Diplomacy & Trade: Ambassador Karlito Nunes used Timor-Leste’s Independence anniversary events in New Delhi to spotlight ASEAN ties, maritime trade, and deeper India–Timor-Leste cooperation. Youth, Rights & Policing: A new report highlights how young people organising—via social media—can force even security forces to respond, even as authorities monitor protests. Regional Integration Push: ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn reaffirmed support for Timor-Leste’s ASEAN integration as Dili breaks ground on the International Convention Centre.