Fretilin Criticizes Timorese President’s Decision to Pardon Former Officials
December 18, 2023 – The Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor (Fretilin) has expressed its disappointment over President José Ramos Horta’s decision to pardon two former government officials. The move has sparked controversy in the Timorese judicial system and society. In a statement released…
Timorese Parliament Approves 2024 State Budget in General Terms
December 13, 2023 – The Timorese Parliament has passed the General State Budget (OGE) for 2024, focusing on economic development and protection. The budget, totaling 1.78 billion euros, received a majority approval with 43 votes in favor. During the session, presided over by Fernanda Lay,…
Timorese President Grants Seven Pardons on Independence Anniversary
November 27, 2023 – On the occasion of the 48th anniversary of East Timor’s unilateral declaration of independence, President José Ramos-Horta has granted seven pardons, four of which were for humanitarian reasons. This presidential decree marks a significant event in the nation’s commemoration of its…
Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister Commits to Strengthening Portuguese Language in the Country
November 22, 2023 – Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister, Xanana Gusmão, has expressed a strong commitment to consolidating the Portuguese language in the country. This pledge was made during a meeting with Zacarias da Costa, the Executive Secretary of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP). In…
Fretilin Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza, Proposes Resolution in Timorese Parliament
November 21, 2023 – The Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor (Fretilin) has proposed a resolution in the Timorese parliament advocating for an international ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The resolution emphasizes the need for humanitarian and political support to all victims of the…
World Bank Warns of Human Capital Crisis in Timor-Leste
November 14, 2023 – The World Bank has issued a warning about a human capital crisis in Timor-Leste, emphasizing the urgent need for action to ensure that children born in the country today can realize their full productive potential in adulthood. The caution is part…
Report: 20% of Timorese Youth Neither Studying Nor Working
November 14, 2023 – A report by the World Bank reveals that approximately 20% of Timorese youth, aged between 15 and 24, are not engaged in education or employment. This concerning statistic is attributed to shortcomings in education, healthcare provision, and social protection. The report,…
Timorese President Remembers Santa Cruz Massacre, Highlights Youth Resilience
November 12, 2023 – On the 32nd anniversary of the Santa Cruz massacre, Timor-Leste’s President, José Ramos-Horta, reflected on the event as a painful memory while emphasizing the resilience and strength of the Timorese youth. In a message to the press, President Ramos-Horta said, “This…
Timor-Leste Government Suspends Martial Arts Teaching and Practice
November 10, 2023 – The Government of Timor-Leste has imposed a six-month suspension on martial arts clubs and schools, as well as the practice of such activities, due to serious incidents recorded in recent days. This resolution was published in an extraordinary issue of the…
Timor-Leste: Opposition leaves plenary before majority approves the amendment to RAEOA law
The majority of the Government in the Timorese National Parliament approved on Monday, July 8, the amendments to the law that created the Special Administrative Region of Oecusse-Ambeno (RAEOA). The subject has caused controversy in the country and several disagreements, having Fretilin left the plenary….
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