Formal approval by the Council of Ministers was given to structured public funding to support the operational continuity of local media organizations, an industry de facto surviving through state adv and funding; critics rise alarm about press freedom

On National Public Civil Servant Day civil servants have been praised for their work by President Ramos-Horta and invited to continue deliver accessible, transparent and effective public services, thus bettering the sector

Economic diversification and job creation will be at the core of 2027 State General Budget that aims to reduce the country's dependance on petroleum revenues; the budget will support investments in key industries, infrastructure, connectivity, services

As the Presidents called for stronger worker's protection, Timor-Leste workers' union KSTL said that proposed raise in the monthly minimum wage is not enough to afford cost of living and urged authorities to set it above $200

10th Dili International Marathon, scheduled on 8 August 2026, will be supported by Australia's National Critical Care and Trauma Response Center; the international competition has developed into a platform for community participation and health awaremness