AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRegional Trade: Indonesia’s Bali province and Timor-Leste are exploring closer cooperation in agriculture, livestock, tourism and trade, building on existing travel links and Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership. Local Exports: Timor-Leste has begun shipping Laga salt to New Zealand, with a first export of 300 tonnes. The government says the project aims to grow local production, cut import dependence and create jobs. Energy: A second, smaller LNG project is under consideration on Timor-Leste’s south coast, potentially using gas from Bayu-Undan and the Chuditch field. The proposal is at an early stage, separate from the larger Timor LNG project, which is still awaiting approval. Transport Links: Darwin’s scheduled international capacity to Dili has reached nearly 32,500 seats for the 2026 northern summer, making Dili its second-largest international market. Shipping Costs: Maersk will add surcharges from November 1 on dry-container shipments from Southeast Asia, including Timor-Leste, to Oceania. Fees range from US$300 to US$1,000 per container, depending on destination and size.
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