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Timor-Leste.
sovereign state situated on several islands in Southeast Asia
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Exercise Trident Resolve 2026 was held in Banten, and Timor-Leste participated in ADMM-Plus discussions on regional security.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste seeks accession to the ASEAN bloc, with regional cooperation guided by the ASEAN-RoK partnership.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Jakarta advocated for Timor-Leste's ASEAN bid and initiated rapprochement with Indonesia, highlighting shared economic ties.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste and Australia signed a new bilateral Defence Cooperation Framework, with Xanana Gusmão serving as Defence Minister.Some support1 report
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Australia provided $60M investment and support for Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership.Some support1 report
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Occupation trauma from the Indonesian occupation of Timor-Leste has been documented in a new book.Some support1 report
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A treaty was signed to deepen economic integration between Indonesia and Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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WorldFish is executing a project in Timor-Leste.Some support1 report1 development inside
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MALFF, WorldFish, and James Cook University collaborated on a training program to strengthen fisheries management in Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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Urban projects in Dili, Timor-Leste, are causing disruptions to local livelihoods as the capital undergoes transformation.Some support1 report
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Interconnected economies facilitate labor mobility in Timor-Leste.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Timorese workers are migrating from Timor-Leste to the UK, with women moving to Cambridge to find jobs in financial services.Some support1 report
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Finder secured oil development approval in Timor-Leste, following the country's ANP approval of the environmental impact statement.Some support1 report
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Vietnam and Timor-Leste strengthen political trust and cooperation during the ASEAN Future Forum.Some support1 report
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Tô Lâm and José Ramos-Horta held bilateral meetings in New York on May 6, 2026, discussing cooperation with Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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A protocol was signed in Manila and agreement extensions are pending for Timor-Leste.Some support4 reports
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Music showcases Timorese talent in Australia, celebrating the creative relationship between the nations.Some support1 report
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A Science for Development Summit is being held in Dili, featuring dialogue on science and technology applications, involving Indonesian figures and Timor-Leste.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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New laboratory construction has begun in Dili, Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste signed an MoU to enhance digital payment cooperation, aiming to support trade and investment.Some support4 reports
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Timor-Leste and Australia are partnering to jointly develop the Greater Sunrise gas field for LNG exports.Some support4 reports
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WHO certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free on August 1, 2026.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Nadda, representing India, participated in a WHO meeting regarding matters related to Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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India, represented by Shivraj Singh Chouhan, offered technical expertise and shared best practices to strengthen agricultural cooperation with Timor-Leste and Malaysia.Some support8 reports
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A Strategic Partnership Agreement guides cooperation and exchange involving Timor-Leste and Lia Finocchiaro.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste hosts international missions focused on providing development aid.Some support2 reports
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Cambodia is exporting digital public infrastructure and technical expertise to Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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IMF conducted an Article IV consultation in Timor-Leste, visiting Dili on August 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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Aero Dili launched a direct flight service between Dili and Darwin, strengthening trade and investment links between Timor-Leste and Australia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Darwin hosts business summits to support bilateral investment and trade with Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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China supports Timor-Leste's national defense.Some support1 report
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Negotiations are underway to formalize food cooperation among Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Timor-Leste.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expands to 11 member states and hosts the bloc's 2026 chairmanship, focusing on trade and energy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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PNG is seeking defence personnel from Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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Research has begun into the future of nutrition-sensitive fisheries involving Timor-Leste and George Town.Some support1 report
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New Zealand Defence Force is developing defence cooperation programs and providing specialized instructors to Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste and Southeast Asia are expanding foreign policy and strengthening bilateral ties, involving Egypt.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Denpasar, a city in Indonesia, is exploring potential avenues for future collaboration with Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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High-level diplomatic talks took place on July 1 regarding the independence anniversary of Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea.Some support2 reports
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Timor-Leste is seeking investment from India in the areas of energy and education.Some support3 reports
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Michael Roberts participated in regional dialogue on security and cooperation in Southeast Asia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Singaporean businesses are investing in Timor-Leste.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A fuel storage terminal is being built in Liquica, Timor-Leste, involving Singaporean entities.Some support1 report
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Vietnam shared socio-economic experience with Timor-Leste, with Francisco Kalbuadi Lay praising Vietnam's development.Some support3 reports
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A lagoon conservation project was launched in Ainaro, Timor-Leste, led by the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry.Some support1 report
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Leaders Prabowo Subianto and Lawrence Wong discussed landmark defense and airspace pacts while Timor-Leste attended ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.Some support2 reports
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Timor-Leste is pivoting its national economy towards tourism and the blue economy.Some support1 report
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Lawrence Wong of Singapore is currently visiting Timor-Leste, where he will be honored with the Order of Timor-Leste.Well supported6 reports
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Conciliation initiated and successful in resolving a maritime border dispute involving Cambodia, Thailand, and Timor-Leste.Some support4 reports
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Tuvalu and Timor-Leste are successful recipients of the PEV visa program.Some support1 report
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A panel discussion at Bard College touched upon global issues, including those related to Timor-Leste.Some support1 report
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A cultural festival was held between Indonesia and Timor-Leste to improve bilateral relations.Some support1 report
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Timor-Leste and Malaysia are exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation across economic, trade, and investment sectors.Well supported4 reports
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Cho Hyun met with a Timor-Leste minister regarding the cooperation between the two nations and Timor-Leste's status within ASEAN.Some support3 reports
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A comparative report assesses the corruption perception index (CPI) of several Southeast Asian nations, including Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and Malaysia.Some support1 report
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ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur saw Timor-Leste formally admitted as the 11th member.Well supported5 reports
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Timor-Leste expressed condolences for its former president on June 24, 2026.Some support1 report
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A comparative report highlights the status of women in parliament across several Southeast Asian nations, including Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia.Some support1 report
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Around Timor-Leste this week
News at the entities that move Timor-Leste most-
José Ramos-Horta StructuralLeaders call for COP31 to meet climate commitments and urge a united Pacific stance on climate change.Moves Timor-Leste
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International Monetary Fund StructuralSri Lanka sought emergency financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund.Moves Timor-Leste
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Association of Southeast Asian Nations StructuralNarendra Modi will attend the ASEAN summit and visit the Philippines.Moves Timor-Leste
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Singapore StructuralBoth Japan and Singapore host Filipino migrant workers, and children in Japan are increasingly using the Japanese language.Moves Timor-Leste
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus TransactionalFrance hosts the Paris Peace Forum, which Emmanuel Macron and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus co-led to launch a new movement.Moves Timor-Leste
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Vietnam OperationalBelarus is promoting its goods and services in global markets.Moves Timor-Leste
Connections
The 40 strongest of 306, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Liquiçá Municipality Structural
Liquiçá Municipality is administratively located within the borders of Timor-Leste.
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José Ramos-Horta Structural
José Ramos-Horta serves as the President of Timor-Leste.
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Dili Structural
Dili functions as the capital and primary administrative location of Timor-Leste.
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International Monetary Fund Structural
Timor-Leste is currently undergoing an Article IV consultation by the IMF regarding its economic policies and stability.
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Association of Southeast Asian Nations Structural
Timor-Leste formally joined ASEAN, integrating into the regional body and adhering to its commitments.
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Lawrence Wong Transactional
Lawrence Wong visited Timor-Leste to promote bilateral cooperation and investment and was conferred a national honor.
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Vietnam Operational
Vietnam provides ongoing socio-economic support, including rice supplies and expertise, to Timor-Leste's development.
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Xanana Gusmão Structural
Xanana Gusmão serves as the Prime Minister of Timor-Leste.
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Singapore Structural
Singapore provides significant economic, capacity-building, and labor market support to Timor-Leste through deepening bilateral cooperation.
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Cambodia Operational
Timor-Leste shares technical expertise, infrastructure, and lessons learned regarding maritime law and digital cooperation with Cambodia.
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Transactional
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, leading the WHO, formally certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free.
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Cho Hyun Operational
Cho Hyun is scheduled to meet with a ministerial representative of Timor-Leste regarding bilateral matters.
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Indonesia Operational
Bilateral ties are characterized by ongoing economic cooperation, integration efforts, and shared regional context.
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Southeast Asia Structural
Timor-Leste is actively seeking to achieve membership and accession into the ASEAN bloc.
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United Nations Structural
Timor-Leste functions as a member state participating within the United Nations framework.
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New Delhi Operational
Timor-Leste established formal diplomatic ties with New Delhi through the opening of an embassy.
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Woodside Structural
Woodside holds a stake and operates as a partner in Timor-Leste's Greater Sunrise resource venture.
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Aseanapol Structural
Aseanapol formally endorsed Timor-Leste as its 11th member nation.
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Finder Structural
Finder's oil development operations are contingent upon regulatory approval and operational existence within the sovereign territory of Timor-Leste.
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Malaysia Operational
The relationship is characterized by ongoing strategic cooperation in economy, trade, and political support.
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Northern Territory Operational
New aviation links are strengthening trade and investment between Northern Territory and Timor-Leste.
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CARE International Operational
CARE International runs programs within the country of Timor-Leste.
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NBC Operational
NBC and Timor-Leste established cooperation via MoU to promote trade and investment.
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Droupadi Murmu Transactional
A diplomatic visit took place, initiating new bilateral relations between the two entities.
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Northern Ireland Operational
Timorese workers migrate to Northern Ireland seeking economic opportunities.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Operational
India is committed to sharing food security best practices with Timor-Leste.
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Denpasar Operational
Timor-Leste maintains a diplomatic presence in Denpasar, and Denpasar actively explores avenues for collaboration with the country.
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New Zealand Defence Force Structural
NZDF provides specialized instructors to support the capacity building of the defense forces in Timor-Leste.
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Tô Lâm Operational
The relationship is characterized by efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation and friendship between the two entities.
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Kuala Lumpur Operational
The relationship is defined by the establishment of direct flights, indicating a functional link aimed at improving regional connectivity between the two entities.
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Egypt Operational
The relationship is characterized by ongoing and strengthening bilateral ties between the two sovereign states since 1956.
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James Marape Operational
PNG, led by James Marape, is seeking defense personnel from Timor-Leste.
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WorldFish Operational
WorldFish is actively executing a project within the market and jurisdiction of Timor-Leste.
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Chea Serey Operational
The relationship is characterized by cooperation aimed at supporting trade and investment between the individual and the country.
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India Transactional
Timor-Leste is actively seeking investment from India to fund energy and education projects.
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Australian Operational
Timor-Leste and Australian are partnering on gas extraction and LNG exports.
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Guangxi Operational
Timor-Leste is actively seeking Chinese investment and participating in economic events in Guangxi.
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Lee Jae Myung Operational
Lee Jae Myung and Timor-Leste engage in bilateral cooperation and provide assistance for economic and social development.
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Jakarta Operational
Jakarta advocated for Timor-Leste's participation in ASEAN, indicating diplomatic coordination.
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Marcos da Cruz Structural
Marcos da Cruz serves as the Minister of Agriculture for Timor-Leste.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- The Philippines hosted the ASEAN Summit in Manila, where Timor-Leste was formally admitted as the newest member.
- Lee Jae Myung and Timor-Leste strengthened development cooperation on economic, social, intellectual property, and climate issues.
- Exercise Trident Resolve 2026 was held in Banten, and Timor-Leste participated in ADMM-Plus discussions on regional security.
- Jakarta advocated for Timor-Leste's ASEAN bid and initiated rapprochement with Indonesia, highlighting shared economic ties.
October 2026
7 events- Timor-Leste and Australia signed a new bilateral Defence Cooperation Framework, with Xanana Gusmão serving as Defence Minister.
- Australia provided $60M investment and support for Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership.
- Occupation trauma from the Indonesian occupation of Timor-Leste has been documented in a new book.
- A treaty was signed to deepen economic integration between Indonesia and Timor-Leste.
- MALFF, WorldFish, and James Cook University collaborated on a training program to strengthen fisheries management in Timor-Leste.
- Urban projects in Dili, Timor-Leste, are causing disruptions to local livelihoods as the capital undergoes transformation.
- Timorese workers are migrating from Timor-Leste to the UK, with women moving to Cambridge to find jobs in financial services.
September 2026
12 events- Interconnected economies facilitate labor mobility in Timor-Leste.
- Finder secured oil development approval in Timor-Leste, following the country's ANP approval of the environmental impact statement.
- Vietnam and Timor-Leste strengthen political trust and cooperation during the ASEAN Future Forum.
- Tô Lâm and José Ramos-Horta held bilateral meetings in New York on May 6, 2026, discussing cooperation with Timor-Leste.
- A protocol was signed in Manila and agreement extensions are pending for Timor-Leste.
- Music showcases Timorese talent in Australia, celebrating the creative relationship between the nations.
- New laboratory construction has begun in Dili, Timor-Leste.
- Timor-Leste signed an MoU to enhance digital payment cooperation, aiming to support trade and investment.
- Timor-Leste and Australia are partnering to jointly develop the Greater Sunrise gas field for LNG exports.
- Nadda, representing India, participated in a WHO meeting regarding matters related to Timor-Leste.
- India, represented by Shivraj Singh Chouhan, offered technical expertise and shared best practices to strengthen agricultural cooperation with Timor-Leste and Malaysia.
- A Strategic Partnership Agreement guides cooperation and exchange involving Timor-Leste and Lia Finocchiaro.
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August 2026
10 events- A Science for Development Summit is being held in Dili, featuring dialogue on science and technology applications, involving Indonesian figures and Timor-Leste.
- WHO certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free on August 1, 2026.
- Timor-Leste hosts international missions focused on providing development aid.
- Cambodia is exporting digital public infrastructure and technical expertise to Timor-Leste.
- IMF conducted an Article IV consultation in Timor-Leste, visiting Dili on August 28, 2026.
- Darwin hosts business summits to support bilateral investment and trade with Timor-Leste.
- China supports Timor-Leste's national defense.
- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expands to 11 member states and hosts the bloc's 2026 chairmanship, focusing on trade and energy.
- PNG is seeking defence personnel from Timor-Leste.
- Research has begun into the future of nutrition-sensitive fisheries involving Timor-Leste and George Town.
July 2026
14 events- WorldFish is executing a project in Timor-Leste.
- New Zealand Defence Force is developing defence cooperation programs and providing specialized instructors to Timor-Leste.
- Timor-Leste and Southeast Asia are expanding foreign policy and strengthening bilateral ties, involving Egypt.
- Denpasar, a city in Indonesia, is exploring potential avenues for future collaboration with Timor-Leste.
- High-level diplomatic talks took place on July 1 regarding the independence anniversary of Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea.
- Timor-Leste is seeking investment from India in the areas of energy and education.
- Singaporean businesses are investing in Timor-Leste.
- A fuel storage terminal is being built in Liquica, Timor-Leste, involving Singaporean entities.
- Vietnam shared socio-economic experience with Timor-Leste, with Francisco Kalbuadi Lay praising Vietnam's development.
- A lagoon conservation project was launched in Ainaro, Timor-Leste, led by the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry.
- Leaders Prabowo Subianto and Lawrence Wong discussed landmark defense and airspace pacts while Timor-Leste attended ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
- Timor-Leste is pivoting its national economy towards tourism and the blue economy.
- Lawrence Wong of Singapore is currently visiting Timor-Leste, where he will be honored with the Order of Timor-Leste.
- Tuvalu and Timor-Leste are successful recipients of the PEV visa program.
June 2026
13 events- Timor-Leste seeks accession to the ASEAN bloc, with regional cooperation guided by the ASEAN-RoK partnership.
- Aero Dili launched a direct flight service between Dili and Darwin, strengthening trade and investment links between Timor-Leste and Australia.
- Negotiations are underway to formalize food cooperation among Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Timor-Leste.
- Michael Roberts participated in regional dialogue on security and cooperation in Southeast Asia.
- Conciliation initiated and successful in resolving a maritime border dispute involving Cambodia, Thailand, and Timor-Leste.
- A panel discussion at Bard College touched upon global issues, including those related to Timor-Leste.
- A cultural festival was held between Indonesia and Timor-Leste to improve bilateral relations.
- Timor-Leste and Malaysia are exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation across economic, trade, and investment sectors.
- Cho Hyun met with a Timor-Leste minister regarding the cooperation between the two nations and Timor-Leste's status within ASEAN.
- A comparative report assesses the corruption perception index (CPI) of several Southeast Asian nations, including Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and Malaysia.
- ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur saw Timor-Leste formally admitted as the 11th member.
- Timor-Leste expressed condolences for its former president on June 24, 2026.
- A comparative report highlights the status of women in parliament across several Southeast Asian nations, including Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia.