Singapore haze readings hit yearly high as East Timor suspends classes
East Timor will halt in-person learning for three days from 15 October, while Indonesia has deployed more than 69,000 firefighters.
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Timor-Leste targets 4.6 per cent economic growth for 2027
The non-oil GDP forecast accompanies a proposed budget focused on diversification, with elections identified as a risk to the outlook.
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Timor-Leste development bank expected to start MSME financing in 2027
Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão said the bank would focus on productive businesses as the government seeks to expand domestic production and reduce reliance on imports.
Singapore short films screened at Dili festival
The programme paired two music-themed films with a filmmaker discussion and a breakfast gathering for audiences in Timor-Leste.
Philippine growth forecast held at 3.4 per cent for 2026
The IMF projects a recovery to 5.1 per cent in 2027, but expects Philippine inflation to average 5.6 per cent in 2026.
Singapore plans regional AI push during 2027 ASEAN chairmanship
DBS says proposed support could include shared language models, governance tools and programmes to build AI capabilities across the bloc.
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Cambodia seeks AI transfers and funding for climate action
Environment Minister Eang Sophalleth urged international cooperation to help developing countries access and use AI equitably.
Singapore seeks immediate disclosure from tech firms on AI incidents
K Shanmugam said discussions remain ongoing and urged consideration of restrictions on access to advanced AI tools.
Philippine banks widen campaign for AI-assisted scam checker
Google’s Be Scam Ready game also offers interactive exercises, while the central bank is working to improve how fraud warnings reach consumers.
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Timor-Leste plans to preserve tais through training and legal protection
Partners are teaching young people to weave, while the government plans to implement legislation protecting tais designs and production.
