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Biodiversity Crisis: A new study warns the Timor green pigeon is nearing extinction, estimating only 100–500 birds remain and saying Timor-Leste is now the species’ last viable stronghold after it nearly vanished from Indonesia. Researchers point to decades of hunting and a lack of recovery programs, monitoring, and sustained funding, while conservationists urge urgent, community-led protection rooted in Timorese customary conservation. Regional Defence & Cooperation: The U.S. Navy-led Pacific Partnership 2026 mission has begun its stop in Dili, running Aug. 12–26, working with the Timor-Leste Defence Force and local ministries to boost disaster response, interoperability, and medical services. Youth & Technology: A new analysis highlights a split in Timor-Leste’s AI readiness: young people are highly aware and frequent users, but may be less prepared to do much with it beyond basic use—raising questions for how the country builds skills and systems. Government Updates: The Council of Ministers met in Dili on Aug. 12, including briefings on an upcoming CPLP meeting and plans tied to strengthening the democratic rule of law and social security cooperation. Parliamentary Spotlight: An all-female East Timorese parliamentary delegation visited Canberra and made history by sitting on the floor of Australia’s Parliament House.

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