AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOil & Energy Regulation: Timor-Leste’s petroleum regulator ANP has approved Finder Energy’s field development plan for the Kuda Tasi and Jahal (KTJ) offshore project, clearing the way toward a final investment decision and outlining a phased build using the redeployed Petrojarl I FPSO plus three subsea production wells and related infrastructure. AI Readiness in ASEAN: An ILO report flags Timor-Leste among ASEAN countries with relatively low readiness for generative AI, pointing to gaps in digital infrastructure and institutional capacity even as worker exposure across the region grows. Climate & Research Cooperation: Indonesia’s former president Megawati met Timor-Leste PM Xanana Gusmão in Dili and urged joint climate action and research/innovation links, including maritime and drought work tied to BRIN, plus a comparative study on nationalism. Digital Economy & Finance: A UNDP piece argues the Pacific’s “blue economy” needs stronger digital inclusion and financial architecture so ocean industries can stay resilient and transparent under climate shocks. Skills & Training: Australia announced a new Pacific Australia Skills programme (2025–2029) to expand vocational training support across the Pacific and Timor-Leste, aiming for locally led, employment-focused outcomes.
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