AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFaith & Community: Cebu’s “Halad sa Pagtuo” procession fills the streets with church songs, drum-and-lyre groups, and dozens of decorated carrozas showcasing local livelihoods and harvest culture—while Cebu Province warns the public not to buy wristbands because admission is free. Disaster Preparedness: Davao City pilots a nighttime earthquake drill for selected commercial areas, testing both emergency response and how businesses manage crowds after recent nocturnal seismic events. Education & Mobility: Australia weighs tighter student visa rules that could limit onshore applications, dependants, and course switching—though exemptions may include students from Timor-Leste. Regional Ties: Timor-Leste and Indonesia move closer on cooperation as President Jose Ramos-Horta invites Prabowo to visit Timor-Leste, with talks also highlighting research, higher education, science, and innovation. Culture on Screen: The ASEAN Film Festival 2026 opens with free screenings across Hong Kong, featuring entries from all 11 ASEAN countries including Timor-Leste, with music at the center of the storytelling. Public Service Appointments: Timor-Leste’s Council of Ministers renews Steering Committee 25 to continue work on “History of the Youth and Student Resistance in Timor-Leste,” and new Permanent Secretaries are sworn in to key ministries.
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