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Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao appeared elated as Asia’s youngest nation became ASEAN’s 11th member, but Church and civil society leaders back home warned of the reform challenges ahead.

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — In 2026, Cebu will once again find itself at the center of regional diplomacy as the Philippines ...