Presidential Social Action: President José Ramos-Horta says he won’t “leave his conscience” idle, pointing to 39 new social houses and direct support to 10,747 families, 1,653 people with disabilities, and 17,425 recipients of “Rai Mor” social therapy—plus backing for orphanages, micro-businesses, cultural and sports groups, and women’s training, scholarships, and grants. ASEAN Build-Up: The government has launched construction planning for an International Convention Centre to prepare Timor-Leste to host the 2029 ASEAN Summit, with leaders stressing regional integration and readiness for the ASEAN Presidency. UAE Partnership: The UAE has started building a residence for 300 female university students in Aitarak-Laran, with plans for a clinic, study rooms, cafeteria, and other services. National Day Ripple: International messages marked Timor-Leste’s 24th Independence Restoration anniversary, including congratulations from POLISARIO leaders and the U.S. Public Safety: BFAR warns summer beachgoers about jellyfish stings, especially box jellyfish, common from April to June.