Education & Infrastructure: In Dili’s Tasitolu, the government is monitoring a pilot to build nine new classrooms and four toilet facilities at 12 de Outubro Filial Basic School using modular “Block Solutions” made from recycled materials—aimed at cutting time and transport hurdles. Clean Water Access: In Laleia, Manatuto, a new water supply system has been inaugurated to serve about 2,700 people across 450 households, with pipelines, distribution zones, reservoirs, and connections reaching schools, a health centre, police, and the church. Planning & Accountability: The government launched the National Medium-Term Plan 2027–2030 and the PED 2011–2024 progress report, setting ten national priorities across economic diversification, infrastructure, social/human capital, and institutions. Climate Resilience Finance: ERIA and Vietnam’s ISPAE convened a regional workshop on innovative disaster finance for climate-resilient growth in ASEAN, with Timor-Leste participating as a full member. AI & Language in Daily Life: A report on AI’s role in ASEAN trade highlights how AI can localize pitches and help communities—while also raising concerns that minority languages may be left behind. Children’s Rights: The UN CRC published findings on Timor-Leste’s child rights implementation, including recommendations tied to discrimination protections and safeguards for children.