East Timor Independence referendum 20 years ceremony "Further support" August 31 10:31
After a referendum of independence in Timor-Leste, a ceremony was held in the capital city of Dili to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 30th, and President Luolo requested support from the international community for further economic development.
As a result of a referendum on 1999, 20 years ago, East Timor was independence in 2002 after about 80% agreed to independence from Indonesia.
The commemorative ceremony held at the presidential office in Dili on the 30th was attended by UN officials who mediated referendum, as well as representatives of Indonesia and formerly colonized Portugal.
In this, President Luolo reemphasized the significance of independence, saying, “To provide opportunities for many citizens, we must develop infrastructure and develop the economy,” and further economic development. I requested support from the international community.
In Timor-Leste, parliamentary elections were held without major disruption last year, and democracy was firmly established, but the economic structure that relied on exports of resources such as crude oil continued, and the development of new industries has become a major issue .
On the diplomatic side, the ASEAN delegation is scheduled to visit in September to investigate the possibility of joining Timor-Leste.