WHO Regional Committee in Dili: Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão opened the 79th WHO South-East Asia meeting calling for health equity so “no person is denied the chance of a healthy life” and urging action on nutrition, water, sanitation and support for health workers. Health Workforce Push: India’s J.P. Nadda used the same forum to say India has more than doubled medical colleges since 2014 (387 to 858) and boosted MBBS and postgraduate seats by over 175%, arguing this is key to expanding specialised care in rural and underserved areas. Tourism Without the Crowds: Intrepid Travel released its 2027 “Not Hot List,” naming Dili, Timor-Leste among 10 lesser-visited destinations chosen for lower visitor numbers, tourism readiness and new connectivity or initiatives. Legal/Power Dispute: Timor-Leste’s government won a Supreme Court of Victoria dismissal against Lighthouse Corporation over a 2010–2011 fuel and generator contract claim, with the case thrown out after Lighthouse failed to pay required security for costs. Border Research & Language: Indonesia’s Nusa Cendana University and the Timor-Leste consulate in Kupang agreed to cooperate on border research and Portuguese-language education, including joint work on watershed issues and possible new border crossings.