Google Presence Push: Timor-Leste is asking Malaysia’s help to secure official Google and YouTube presence, so local creators can access monetisation and grow the creative economy. Media Cooperation: Bernama and TATOLI signed an MoU to boost news, photos and multimedia sharing, plus journalism training and exchanges. Local Media Support: At HAWANA 2026, Malaysia’s PM Anwar praised ethical journalism and announced an extra RM1 million for Tabung Kasih@HAWANA, while Telekom Malaysia pledged RM500,000 to keep welfare aid flowing to media workers. ASEAN Human Rights Pressure: Lawmakers urged ASEAN to demand the immediate release of Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi and other political prisoners, calling for access to verify her condition. Food Security Warning: FAO and WFP launched an anticipatory appeal for El Niño risks, warning climate shocks could hit food production and access across vulnerable countries. Airport Upgrade Update: Timor-Leste’s Council of Ministers reviewed progress on modernising President Nicolau Lobato International Airport, with phased completion targeted by 2028.