AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOil & Gas Contracting: Finder Energy has narrowed the Petrojarl I FPSO refit contest for Timor-Leste’s Kuda Tasi and Jahal project to two finalists—Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry and PaxOcean—an estimated US$12–15 million yard scope, with upgrades covering hull, topsides, piping, electrical systems, mooring and turret ahead of work starting early next year. Health Diplomacy: The WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee opened in Dili with member states stressing solidarity and health equity; Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão urged that no one be denied a healthy life due to where they are born or what they can afford. Climate & Support for LDCs: The LDC Group meeting in Dili called for more predictable, grant-based climate support, highlighting the need for extra financial and technical help as vulnerable countries face escalating climate-driven crises. Regional Ties: Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão met former Indonesian President Joko Widodo in Solo, saying Jokowi’s vision for jobs and development continues beyond borders and strengthens bilateral friendship. People & Policy: Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro announced a visit to Timor-Leste to push practical outcomes under the NT–Timor-Leste Strategic Partnership, focusing on workforce development, skills, education and economic opportunities.
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