Cluster Munitions: Timor-Leste officially signed the Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) accession declaration on Sept 15 in Vientiane, backing global efforts to reduce the humanitarian harm of unexploded ordnance. Digital Safety: The Sunfull Foundation marked its 19th anniversary in Seoul with a push to curb AI deepfakes, hate speech and cyberbullying, with Timor-Leste’s ambassador among attendees. Regional Trade & AI: The China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning (Sept 17-21) is set to spotlight CAFTA 3.0 opportunities, with an expanded exhibition area, a new AI-focused zone, and Timor-Leste joining as a full ASEAN member and co-host. Investment & Competitiveness: Timor-Leste’s commerce minister says ASEAN integration should build local capacity and attract “quality investment,” urging better customs, connectivity and standards to move beyond raw exports. Sports & Youth: Timor-Leste will join as a guest team at the Mindanao Youth Games in the Philippines in April 2027, with world-class facilities highlighted for athlete development.