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Timor-Leste

Formerly called East Timor, Timor-Leste became independent in 2002 following years of civil war and Indonesian occupation. It is set to become the newest member of Southeast Asia's regional ASEAN bloc.

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Demonstrators shout slogans next to fire burning on the street during a Kathmandu rally on September 9, 2025

Gen Z protests: Why are Asia's youth so angry?

Gen Z protests: Why are Asia's youth so angry?

As jobs dry up and inequality widens, youth protests are shaking even the region's most entrenched political systems.
PoliticsOctober 14, 2025
Prisca Convalves, a resident of East Timor’s capital Dili threatened with eviction

Pope Francis' visit to East Timor sparks controversy

Pope Francis' visit to East Timor sparks controversy

In East Timor, a sprawling altar built for the pontiff's imminent visit has threatened many locals with eviction.
ReligionSeptember 9, 202403:12 min
Soldiers and police officers assist residents in crossing a flooded road in Malaka Tengah, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia

Indonesia, East Timor: Cyclone death toll rises

Indonesia, East Timor: Cyclone death toll rises

Torrential downpours sparked massive floods and landslides, with thousands of homes submerged in the region.
CatastropheApril 6, 2021
In this image made from video, soldiers and police officers assist residents to cross a flooded road in Malaka Tengah, Indonesia

Heavy rain hampers rescuers in Indonesia, East Timor

Heavy rain hampers rescuers in Indonesia, East Timor

Nearly 2,000 people have been evacuated from islands in Indonesia and East Timor amid flash flooding and landslides.
CatastropheApril 5, 2021
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