Asian Games Logistics: The traditional flag hoisting ceremony in Nagoya was delayed, then abruptly disrupted for over an hour, affecting India and also Timor-Leste among other teams, with organisers citing “trouble” and later “lack of communication” between the Olympic Council of Asia and the organising committee. CAEXPO & CABIS (Timor-Leste in ASEAN spotlight): The 23rd China-ASEAN Expo and Business and Investment Summit opened in Nanning, with Timor-Leste attending as a full ASEAN member and co-host; the event is pushing CAFTA 3.0 opportunities and an “AI Marketplace,” featuring thousands of companies and trade matchmaking. Arts & Culture Exchange: The ASEAN-Korea Center opened a permanent Jeonju ASEAN Hall in South Korea, launching an exhibition of traditional objects from all 11 ASEAN states, with programs like exhibitions and cooking classes. Tourism for Culture (Dili on “Not Hot” list): Travel company Intrepid named Dili in its 2027 “Not Hot List,” pitching the capital as a less-visited destination ready to welcome more visitors. Health & Skills (Dili Declaration): WHO South-East Asia adopted the Dili Declaration on health workforce development, aiming to speed progress toward universal health coverage.