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PREVIEW: Paspaley Pearl welcomes TW among first guests in East Timor
The much-anticipated 50-metre, 30-passenger, 21-crew luxe Paspaley Pearl motor yacht has debuted to media in East Timor with Travel Weekly among the first guests onboard. Greeted by a Timorese cultural performance, the Paspaley family’s Paspaley...

Six Rabies Cases Confirmed in Timor-Leste
(Vax-Before-Travel News)The World Health Organization (WHO) today reported rabies cases in dogs continue to be reported from multiple municipalities in the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste during 2025. As of June 18, 2025, the WHO's 12th Edition...

President Of Timor-Leste Sends Congratulatory Letter To President Ilham Aliyev
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 20. President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste José Ramos-Horta sent a congratulation letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports. "I wish to extend my...

Estrella to drill deeper into manganese-rich discovery in Timor-Leste
Estrella Resources has deployed the heavy-duty diamond rig to build on a recent high-grade massive manganese discovery at its Ira Miri prospect in Timor-Leste. The new rig has begun twinning the company’s first discovery hole, which previously...

Soccer strengthening cultural ties as Top End hosts Timor-Leste
Darwin has hosted its first Asian Cup qualifier match, in which Australia's northernmost neighbour, Timor-Leste, clinched a narrow victory over the Maldives. It marked the first time a match part of a major continental competition has been played...

Investment Opportunities in Timor-Leste’s Fintech Industry: An Emerging Frontier
Timor-Leste stands at the cusp of a digital transformation. As one of Asia’s youngest nations, it is actively seeking ways to modernize its economy and expand access to financial services. While traditional banking penetration remains low, mobile...

FDR speeds Timor Leste fields to first oil
Finder Energy forms strategic alliance with SLB to fast-track drilling and subsea components of KTJ project FEED These items expected to be completed about 12 months ahead of schedule, which could accelerate path to first oil Company focused on...

Drug-Specific Mortality Varies in Hepatocellular DILI
Photo Credit: iStock.com/EvgeniyShkolenko Analysis of DILIN data revealed that initial R values best predicted Hy’s Law outcomes. A study published in June 2025 issue of American Journal of Gastroenterology stated that Hy’s Law was associated with...

Aumentado to focus on agriculture, food security in next 3 years
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Bohol Governor Erico Aris Aumentado wanted to focus on agriculture and food security during his second term in office. In doing so, Aumentado said his administration will not only make sure that Bol-anons will not go...

Promised skatepark: Alcover calls out Cebu City for failing to build it
City Councilor Jun Alcover | Screengrab from Sangguniang Panglungsod Cebu City – Secretariat CEBU CITY, Philippines — Seven years after Cebu officials promised a skatepark to honor Olympic athlete Margielyn Didal, Cebu City still has none. Now,...
Weekly Japanese Industry and Policy News: 21 - 27 June, 2025
The EU Japan Centre is releasing a weekly press review covering Japan's economic and policy matters. Economic News ▶ Japan, UK, Italy form Edgewing joint venture for next-gen fighter jet 21 June 2025 Japan, the U.K., and Italy have launched a...

Ian Storey on Russia’s Turn to Southeast Asia
Over the past decade, under President Vladimir Putin, Russia has taken steps to expand its economic, political, and security relations with Southeast Asia. This has involved efforts both to build upon the historical influence of the Soviet Union...

Friends, kin still reeling from campus journo’s slaying
- Advertisement - THE brutal killing of a promising young journalist in Davao del Norte, a region often touted as one of the safest in the Philippines, has shocked the media community and left friends and relatives reeling. “Gigil kaayo ko sa mga...

ASEAN reaffirms commitment to advancing green energy agenda
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) - The 43rd ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME), held from June 16–18, marked a significant milestone as member states reached consensus on key strategic agendas to deepen regional energy cooperation. Datuk Mad Zaidi...

Sarawak showcases clean energy potential at Asean energy meet
Mad Zaidi speaks to the media. – Photo from Information Department KUCHING (June 18): The 43rd Asean Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) provided an excellent platform for Sarawak to highlight its potential leadership in the regional clean...
Business : Energy Transition: ASEAN Countries Urged To Tap Regional, International Cooperation
By Ammar Shafiq Hamzah KUCHING, June 18 (Bernama) -- ASEAN member countries should take advantage of the various cooperation opportunities and support offered by regional and international partners to advance the transition to renewable energy....

Finder Energy’s SLB alliance puts KTJ on first oil fast-track
Finder Energy’s alliance with SLB will fast-track key components of the KTJ project FEED. Pic: Getty Images Finder Energy forms strategic alliance with SLB to fast-track drilling and subsea components of KTJ project FEED These items expected to be...

Asean Power Grid links among key topics at energy officials' meeting
KUCHING: Cross-border interconnection projects under the Asean Power Grid (APG) initiative were among key matters discussed at an ongoing regional meeting here. The 43rd Asean Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME), organised by Malaysia's...

Business : International Collaboration Crucial For ASEAN’s Sustainable Energy Future -- Fadillah
KUCHING, June 16 (Bernama) -- International collaboration is vital for ASEAN to realise a sustainable energy future, as this aspiration requires member states to adopt innovative technologies and strengthen power infrastructure, Deputy Prime...

International collaboration crucial for ASEAN’s sustainable energy future – Fadillah
KUCHING: International collaboration is vital for ASEAN to realise a sustainable energy future, as this aspiration requires member states to adopt innovative technologies and strengthen power infrastructure, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri...