Following a period of parliamentary instability in 2020, Timor-Leste looked to chart a steadier political course in 2021. While the country continued to face poverty, malnutrition and unsustainable ...

Dili, 16 Dec, 2021 – After the dual shocks of COVID-19 and natural disasters, Timor-Leste’s economy is showing some signs of recovery and real GDP growth is expected to improve to 1.9 percent in 2021 ...

In May 2022, Timor-Leste will mark 20 years of renewed independence. No one could say that the past two decades have been smooth for Asia’s youngest nation, and 2021 was no exception. Over the past 12 ...

Critics, including leaders of Timor-Leste’s opposition party, have criticized the parliament’s move to allocate 4 million US Dollars to purchase 65 new cars for lawmakers. The leader of the opposition ...

It includes milestones like establishing a diplomatic mission to ASEAN, being able to implement and abide by ASEAN agreements, designating national implementing agencies, preparing a financial scheme ...

The junta has accused Dili of violating articles of the ASEAN Charter that “underscore the importance of upholding respect for sovereignty and non-interference.” ...

The move follows reports that Dili has launched a war crimes case against Myanmar’s military in response to a complaint filed by a Chin rights group.

Naypyidaw's measure against the chargé d'affaires in Dili follows the opening of legal proceedings for alleged war crimes ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free, a remarkable achievement for a country that prioritized the disease and embarked on a concerted, nation-wide response ...

Myanmar is defending itself against prosecution at the International Court of Justice over allegations of genocide against the mostly Muslim Rohingya minority.