Energy & Industry: Estrella Resources has deployed drone-based geophysics at its Ira Miri project, using passive electromagnetic surveying to probe deeper manganese targets—aiming to map structures down to about 800 metres and tighten drill plans. Oil & Gas Watch: Timor Resources has started recruiting a new CEO as it prepares a two-well appraisal push later in 2026, with appraisal drilling described as time-sensitive. Regional Seas: Malaysia renewed its marine conservation action plan through 2030 at a Coral Triangle meeting that includes Timor-Leste as a signatory. Science & Oceans: A global Ocean Census reported 1,121 new marine species discovered in a year, underscoring how much ocean life remains unknown. Health & Climate Risk: A UN-linked report flags El Niño returning by mid-2026, urging early resilience planning for countries including Timor-Leste. Water Security (Regional): In Metro Cebu, power shortages are forcing emergency generator use to keep water pumping running—an example of how electricity stress quickly becomes water stress.