Ramos Holta, who won the Nobel Peace Prize as a leader of the independence movement in the independent East Timor 20 years ago, took office as the new president and expressed his intention to hurry to rebuild the economy that was sluggish due to the influence of the new coronavirus. ..
In East Timor, the inauguration ceremony of President Ramos Horta was held in the capital Dili from the night of the 19th to the early morning of the 20th.
After more than 400 years of Portuguese and Indonesian rule, East Timor became independent on May 20, just 20 years ago, after a fierce armed struggle, with President Ramos Horta as one of the leaders of the independence movement. Received the Peace Prize.
At the inauguration, President Ramos Horta delivered a speech in local Tetum, Portuguese, and English, saying that in the last two years, economic activity was restricted by the influence of the new Corona, "It is a measure to protect society. However, the economy has deteriorated. We must eliminate malnutrition and reduce poverty, "he emphasized that he will focus on rebuilding the sluggish economy.
"We have democracy, but we are still vulnerable. As president, protecting young people who seek democracy is our top priority," he said.
On the 20th, East Timor will hold a commemorative ceremony to celebrate the 20th anniversary of independence under the new president.