AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy: East Timor’s Foreign Minister Bendito dos Santos Freitas joined the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila, running until July 24 under the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together,” with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and China’s Wang Yi among key partners. Maritime Safety & Trade: Japan will map and update high-precision nautical charts for key straits across Indonesia and the Philippines, with Timor-Leste named as a partner, aiming to strengthen maritime resilience and reduce shipping risks. Timor-Leste in Regional Mobility: New Zealand’s Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme added Timor-Leste for the first time in 2026, bringing thousands of workers to support horticulture and easing labour shortages. Scam Crackdown (Timor-Leste): Timor-Leste police arrested 90 foreign nationals in a scam center crackdown, highlighting ongoing cross-border fraud enforcement. Education & Skills: Timor-Leste’s push for better science learning is spotlighted as laboratories and hands-on teaching expand beyond theory. Community & Safety (CPLP): CPLP marks its 30th anniversary with renewed focus on strengthening cooperation, including Timor-Leste’s role since joining in 2002.
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