AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoASEAN Anniversary Diplomacy: ASEAN marked its 59th anniversary with calls for unity and “centrality from within,” as Timor-Leste joined as the bloc’s 11th member in October 2025, expanding the community’s reach and focus on resilience, connectivity, and people-centred development. China-ASEAN Ties: ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said the bloc wants closer strategic alignment with China and deeper cooperation in trade, investment, the digital economy, and exchanges. Regional Partnerships: India’s Jaishankar reaffirmed India-ASEAN cooperation under the Act East policy, while Cambodia’s foreign minister stressed ASEAN’s role in peace and stability amid rising geopolitical strain. Timor-Leste in the Spotlight: Timor-Leste’s integration also featured in regional cultural diplomacy, including Timor-Leste’s first participation in Hong Kong’s ASEAN Film Festival with short films on intangible musical heritage. Dili Governance & Security: In Dili, the government set up an interministerial committee to coordinate cybersecurity and digitalisation of state services, chaired by the Minister of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers. Energy & Investment: The Presidency of the Council of Ministers met Woodside to discuss the Greater Sunrise project and cooperation on Timor-Leste’s long-term development.
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