AI for State-Building: Timor-Leste is set to host a Government Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence on Aug. 24 at the Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão Auditorium in Dili, aiming to shape responsible AI use for better public services and national development, with international experts including Jack Dongarra and Richard Sutton. Digital Governance Exchange: Cambodia and Timor-Leste met in Phnom Penh to share experience on Cambodia’s verify.gov.kh document verification platform, focusing on joint capacity building for digital government systems. Livestock Policy on TV: The Government Page TV show will feature Secretary of State for Livestock José Vieira de Araújo, highlighting plans to boost production, improve animal health, strengthen cooperatives and expand milk production for school meals. Health Milestone Talk: APLMA CEO Dr Sarthak Das said malaria elimination remains achievable in the region, pointing to examples including Timor-Leste’s recent progress. Public Finance Leadership: Auditor-General David Teika Dennis has resigned to become Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and Treasury, citing the need to address weaknesses in public financial management. ASEAN and Financial Inclusion: Coverage highlights Timor-Leste’s growing role in ASEAN and the push for financial inclusion as the country integrates more with regional digital payments and trade.