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Asia’s youngest nation joins ASEAN: 3 things to know about East Timor
October 26, 2025 5:42 pm
East Timor ASEAN New Member: Also known as Timor-Leste, the nation has a recent history of colonisation by Portugal and Indonesia, with some US assistance. Where does it stand today, and why has it joined ASEAN now?
East Timor formally admitted to ASEAN in the group’s first expansion since 1990s
October 26, 2025 7:44 am
After the flag of East Timor, also known as Timor Leste, was added to the other 10 on the stage at a formal ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao told the other leaders that “today, history is made.”
Explained: The history, politics and economy of East Timor as it goes to polls
April 19, 2022 10:57 am
East Timor, also known as Timor Leste, holds the second and final round of its presidential election on Tuesday. Here's a look at the country's history, politics, economy and geography.
Indonesia, East Timor: Disaster death toll rises
April 06, 2021 4:01 pm
Torrential downpours sparked massive floods and landslides on Sunday, with thousands of homes submerged in the two countries of Southeast Asia. Disaster officials warn that the threat isn't over yet.
East Timor Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao submits resignation
February 06, 2015 10:57 am
A government statement said that Gusmao, 68, submitted his resignation to President Taur Matan Ruak.
UN chief says East Timor ready to protect itself
August 15, 2012 6:07 pm
The country is now planning for the 400 international peacekeepers to leave by year's end.
On 100th Women's Day,EU hails north Africa,E.Timor
March 08, 2011 9:18 am
The European Union marked the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day.
Indonesia warns Australia on war crimes probe
September 10, 2009 12:30 pm
Indonesia warned Australia against reopening an inquiry into killing of five foreign journalists during Jakarta's 1975 invasion of East Timor.
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