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Launch of English Language Training for ASEAN Accession (ELTAA): Supporting Timor-Leste’s Integration into ASEAN
Mon. 29 of September of 2025, 14:44h The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, in partnership with the Civil Service Commission and the Australian Government (through its PROSIVU program), on 26 September 2025 launched the English Language...
7th Encounter in Macao – Arts and Cultural Festival between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries showcases the beauty of Chinese and Lusophone arts through the encounter of diverse cultures
MACAU, September 30 - Under the patronage of the Secretariat for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao SAR Government, organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) and supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office, the Municipal Affairs...

Joint Statement for the Official Visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Timor-Leste
Ninth Constitutional Government ............................................................................................................................. JOINT STATEMENT FOR THE OFFICIAL VISIT OF THE PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA TO THE...

Timor-Leste Participates in the 17th Cultural Week of China and Portuguese-speaking Countries

Timor-Leste Government Launches Online Public Consultation of the National Blue Economy Policy and Action Plan
Wed. 10 of September of 2025, 18:33h Dili, 10 September 2025 – The Government of Timor-Leste has officially launched an online public consultation for the Blue Economy: Policy and Action Plan for the Promotion of a Resilient and Sustainable...

Second National Conference Reinforces Timor-Leste's Commitment to Pre-school Education

Suriname & Timor-Leste Malaria-Free: EBC and United to Beat Malaria Reaffirm Support Where Threats Persist
Samuel Hertz, EBC Financial Group’s Head of APAC, highlights the Group’s commitment in Pulse 360° after WHO certifies Suriname & Timor-Leste malaria-free. DC, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the World Health Organization...

Suriname & Timor-Leste Malaria-Free: EBC and United to Beat Malaria Reaffirm Support Where Threats Persist
Samuel Hertz, EBC Financial Group’s Head of APAC, highlights the Group’s commitment in Pulse 360° after WHO certifies Suriname & Timor-Leste malaria-free. DC, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the World Health Organization...

Suriname & Timor-Leste Malaria-Free: EBC and United to Beat Malaria Reaffirm Support Where Threats Persist
Samuel Hertz, EBC Financial Group’s Head of APAC, highlights the Group’s commitment in Pulse 360° after WHO certifies Suriname & Timor-Leste malaria-free. DC, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the World Health Organization...

Day Off on August 20, 2025, on the occasion of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Liberation Armed Forces of Timor-Leste (FALINTIL).
Spokesperson of the Government of Timor-Leste Ninth Constitutional Government ............................................................................................................................. 13th August, 2025 Press Release Grants day...

Timor-Leste Shares Experience in Combating Gender-Based Violence at UN High-Level Political Forum

Extraordinary Meeting of the Council of Ministers on July 28th, 2025, and 2nd Interministerial Coordination Meeting on Timor-Leste's Accession to ASEAN
Spokesperson of the Government of Timor-Leste Ninth Constitutional Government ............................................................................................................................. Press Release Extraordinary Meeting of the...

Timor-Leste and Brazil Sign Agreement to Continue Strengthening the Technical-Vocational Education
Tue. 08 of July of 2025, 15:02h The Government, through the Ministry of Education, has signed an agreement with the Brazilian Embassy in Timor-Leste to implement a simplified action pilot program aimed at strengthening the technical and vocational...

Timor-Leste to Host 4th Asian Portuguese Community Conference in Dili
Thu. 26 of June of 2025, 14:12h Timor-Leste will host the 4th edition of the Asian Portuguese Community Conference (APCC) from 27 to 29 June 2025 at the Dili Convention Centre, in its capital Dili. This major regional cultural event celebrates the...

Timor-Leste Will Be Present at the 61st Venice Biennale and Invites Timorese Artists to Apply by 15 July
Fri. 20 of June of 2025, 15:32h Following the success of its inaugural presentation, Timor-Leste is pleased to announce its participation in the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia from May 9 to November 22, 2026....

Timor-Leste Makes Waves with Southeast Asia’s First-Ever Government-Led Ocean Parade
Wed. 11 of June of 2025, 16:27h The Ninth Constitutional Government of Timor-Leste proudly hosted a first-ever government-led “Dili Ocean Parade,” marking a historic milestone for the Southeast Asia region. This vibrant celebration was one the...
Call for Applications: UNITAR Women’s Leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction for World Tsunami Awareness Day 2025
The programme is open to motivated people living in or from Pacific Island countries and territories or the Asia-Pacific, who are: An adult of 18 years or older Eager to learn about the leadership skills required for disaster risk reduction...

Tammy Kassiou secures another major global business award for her work in Timor-Leste
Tammy Kassiou wins global acclaim for the GEM Institute, transforming education, skills and opportunity in Timor-Leste. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tammy Kassiou, founder and chair of the GEM Foundation, has once...

Timor-Leste Celebrates World Portuguese Language and Culture Day in the CPLP with Activities in Aileu

World Ocean Day 2025 Marked in Timor-Leste with Week-long Program
Fri. 30 of May of 2025, 17:29h The Government of Timor-Leste will observe World Ocean Day 2025, with a week-long program of activities running from 1 to 8 June in the capital Dili and across five municipalities – Aileu, Ainaro, Lautem, Manufahi...