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Will Myanmar block East Timor’s Asean entry? The junta draws a red line
South China Morning Post
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July 8, 2025
As East Timor edges closer to joining Asean, Myanmar’s military rulers are seeking to block its entry, in a warning to it – and governments everywhere – against engaging with the war-torn country’s opposition forces. Last week, sources cited by...
Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership to boost regional reach and partnerships
The Sun Daily
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July 2, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: After 26 years, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is set to welcome its first new member since 1999 as Timor-Leste nears full accession. This milestone carries significant implications for both the nation and the...
RAEOA and CMC Ignite a New Chapter: Oecusse to Lead Timor-Leste’s Modernization
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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OECUSSE, Timor-Leste--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 7, 2025-- This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250706927600/en/ CMC's Support Centre in Oecusse, Timor-Leste. In a landmark display...
Trump administration to destroy nearly $10m of contraceptives for women overseas
The Guardian
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July 18, 2025
The Trump administration has decided to destroy $9.7m worth of contraceptives rather than send them abroad to women in need. A state department spokesperson confirmed that the decision had been made – a move that will cost US taxpayers $167,000....
Bermuda Updates Immigration Prohibition Order
Bernnews
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July 17, 2025
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an advisory on ongoing immigration policy reviews and adjustments. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that, effective 17 July 2025, the Bermuda...
Southeast Asia: Just about 20% of women in WHO Southeast Asia region have health insurance
Asia Insurance Review
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About one in every five women in the WHO Southeast Asia Region, including India, are covered under a health insurance according to a new study published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia. The study Health insurance coverage among men...
Malaysian-owned Zchwantech Titan showcases national DI platform to Timor-Leste government
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian-owned technology firm, Zchwantech Titan Lda, has successfully conducted a high-level technology showcase for the Government of Timor-Leste, presenting its flagship National Digital Identity platform as part of the country’s...
Myanmar opposes full Timor-Leste ASEAN membership; Regional lawmakers call to free political prisoners
Democratic Voice of Burma
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July 3, 2025
Myanmar opposes full Timor-Leste ASEAN membership The regime in Naypyidaw has informed Malaysia, the current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the ASEAN Secretariat that it opposes the proposed accession of...
Cambodian, Timorese Speakers Explore Strategic Cooperation in Food Security, Energy, and Education
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 15, 2025 -- Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, held a cordial bilateral meeting with Hon. Madam Maria Fernanda Lay, Speaker of the National Parliament of the...
Indonesia and France Strengthen Partnerships in Science and Education
Tempo.co
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July 15, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian government and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen strategic cooperation in various fields, including science, technology, and education. The statement was conveyed by the Deputy Minister for...
Exploring cultural richness of ’pearl of Silk Road’ Kashgar
Lao News Agency
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KPL Located in the southwestern part of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, Kashgar sits on a lush oasis nourished by the Yarkant River, which flows from the Karakoram Mountains. The ancient city of Kashgar. Photo by Yumit Qadir By Che Bin, Li...
Soumya Guguloth undergoes surgery after nasal bone fracture in Timor-Leste match
The Hindu
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June 30, 2025
Indian women's football team midfielder Soumya Guguloth has undergone a successful surgery after she suffered a nasal bone fracture during her side's AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers victory over Timor-Leste. The 24-year-old is currently recovering at the...
ASEAN youth drive cultural exchange, sustainability in Sabah
Borneo Post
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July 15, 2025
Participants at the AYV 2025 welcoming dinner. – Information Department photo KOTA KINABALU (July 15): Kampung Kobuni in Inanam is the primary location for the ongoing ASEAN Youth Volunteer Programme 2025 (AYV 2025) in Sabah, involving 40 youth...
Sports News | Crispin Chettri Targets Improved First-half Performances as Race to AFC Women's Asian Cup Heats Up
Latestly
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July 1, 2025
Chiang Mai [Thailand], July 1 (ANI): Group B of the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers has almost turned into a two-horse race after Matchday 3 as India and Thailand are level on six points, with the Blue Tigresses currently leading the table...
Crispin Chettri targets improved first-half performances as race to AFC Women’s Asian Cup heats up
The News Mill
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July 1, 2025
Group B of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers has almost turned into a two-horse race after Matchday 3 as India and Thailand are level on six points, with the Blue Tigresses currently leading the table on goal difference, as per the...
PACIFIC ENGAGEMENT VISA DEEPENS CONNECTION WITHIN OUR REGION
PNG Haus Bung
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July 29, 2025
As of Monday 28th July 2025, Pacific Island and Timor-Leste nationals will be able to register for Australia’s second annual Pacific Engagement Visa stream (PEV) ballot. The PEV provides opportunities for up to 3,000 Pacific Island and Timorese...
Beakanyang director attends int’l Human Rights Summit in U.S.
The Point
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In his address to delegates, Mr. Jawneh shared his journey, utilising materials about the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by Youth for Human Rights International (YFHR) to champion education as a cornerstone of peace....
Fiji minister urges compassion after baby left in sanitary bin
RNZ
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July 29, 2025
Lautoka Hospital. Photo: Supplied/Fiji MOH A call has been made for compassion for the mother of a baby found in a sanitary bin in a Fiji university hostel. Fiji police say the baby was taken to Lautoka Aspen Hospital, where he was admitted in...
Australia opens second Pacific Engagement Visa ballot, adds Samoa and Kiribati
Pacific News Service
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From Monday, Pacific island and Timor-Leste nationals will be able to register for Australia’s second annual Pacific Engagement Visa stream (PEV) ballot. The PEV provides opportunities for up to 3,000 Pacific island and Timorese nationals to live,...
Women’s Asian Cup Qualifier: India thrash Iraq
Nagaland Post
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July 2, 2025
The Indian women’s football team produced another commanding performance in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, dismantling Iraq 5-0 at the 700th Anniversary of Chiang Mai Stadium on Wednesday, July 2. First-half goals from Sangita Basfore...