Impeachment Tension in Cebu: Former mayor Mike Rama says he’ll hold a press conference with his nephew, South District Rep. Edu Rama, after Edu skipped the chance to state his position during House voting on VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment—Rama promises “all that ought to be said.” Diplomacy That Moves: PNG and Timor-Leste agreed to open reciprocal embassies, while Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta met PNG PM James Marape in Port Moresby to deepen ties and push ocean and climate cooperation. ASEAN Afterglow in Cebu: ASEAN leaders adopted the Cebu Protocol to amend the ASEAN Charter—the first change since 2007—aimed at supporting Timor-Leste’s full integration, alongside “Lead, Sail, Rise” future-proofing plans. Ocean Focus: Marape used the Melanesian Oceans Summit to pitch sustainable marine management, with Timor-Leste in the room. Media Freedom Lens: Amy Goodman’s documentary spotlighted how independent journalism faces pressure as consolidation and attacks on truth grow.