AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDefence: Timor-Leste and Australia signed a framework to deepen cyber and maritime security cooperation. Canberra will provide A$62 million in support, three police vessels and more joint exercises. Living Standards: A new survey found poverty fell from 48.4% in 2014 to 37% in 2024. Access to electricity and safe water also improved sharply, though nearly a quarter of people still lack improved sanitation. ASEAN Integration: The Council of Ministers approved a 2026–2030 roadmap for meeting Timor-Leste’s ASEAN economic commitments, backed by 19 sector plans. Digital Development: At a global summit in Seoul, Timor-Leste presented its digital progress and explored cooperation with South Korea and Estonia on e-government and cybersecurity. Energy Projects: Finder Energy secured a rig for three development wells offshore, with drilling expected to start in late 2027 or early 2028. Sunda Energy also received more time to advance its Chuditch gas project as talks with Timor Gap continue.
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