Manpower & Skills Mobility (Singapore–Timor-Leste): Singapore will open selected sectors and occupations to Timor-Leste workers from mid/next year, with work-permit hiring allowed in areas including construction and marine shipyard, plus selected manufacturing and services roles—aimed at giving Timorese training and experience while meeting Singapore’s manpower needs. Bilateral Economic Ties: During PM Lawrence Wong’s first official visit to Dili, both sides signed a framework for regular government consultations and pledged deeper cooperation across healthcare, education, and ASEAN integration. Shipping & Logistics: Swire Shipping opened a Dili branch office to strengthen customer support and regional connectivity, citing Timor-Leste’s long-term growth prospects and its direct service via Singapore every 10 days. Healthcare Infrastructure: Timor-Leste and China signed an implementation agreement for the Timor-Leste–China Friendship Hospital construction. Mining Update: Estrella Resources reported new high-grade manganese hits at Leuro and Sica, supporting its view that the Ira Miri discovery could be part of a larger district-scale opportunity. Aviation Connectivity: Aero Dili launched its inaugural Dili–Darwin flight, boosting tourism and trade links between Timor-Leste and Australia’s Northern Territory. Energy/Policy Note: Timor-Leste’s ASEAN and Korea cooperation talks also highlighted labour mobility, trade and investment, energy, and green industry.