ASEAN Diplomacy: Vietnam inaugurated its fully operational embassy office in Dili on July 15, with Deputy PM Francisco Kalbuadi Lay and Foreign Minister Bendito dos Santos Freitas attending, as Hanoi pledged to share experience ahead of Timor-Leste’s 2029 ASEAN chairmanship. Parliament & Finance: The National Parliament approved Law Proposal No. 22/VI on the general framework for the financial system and banking activities, expanding the Central Bank’s regulatory and enforcement powers and setting up resolution and deposit insurance funds. Public Safety & Justice: Timor-Leste police say they have dismantled a major international scam operation in Dili, arresting 253 call-centre workers in a crackdown over the past five days (314 total in three weeks). Social Protection: The PWD Affairs Office reported progress resolving 125 complaints over denied disability discounts, saying many violations stem from establishments’ ignorance of the law. Community & Inclusion: A grassroots summit pushed for stronger government support for urban poor groups, arguing CSOs and LGUs must coordinate better to address both environmental and livelihood pressures. Regional Politics: A Belfast consulate statement condemned “deeply disturbing” violence in Dungannon and said it will engage Northern Ireland police to hold those responsible accountable. Sports: Cambodia beat Timor-Leste 3-1 in the AFF Women’s Cup opener, booking a semi-final spot.