This has been a big year for Timor Leste, with one of the world’s smallest and most impoverished countries passing a series of important milestones. July’s parliamentary elections took place without incident, which means the United Nations - a highly visible presence in the country – will pull out its peacekeeping troops before the end of the
East Timor Has Many Challenges After 10 Years Of Independence
East Timorese soldiers present arms during an arrival ceremony for Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Dili, the capital of East Timor Friday, July 11, 2008. (AP Photo/Jordao Henrique) This has been a big year for Timor Leste, with one of the world’s smallest and most impoverished countries passing a series of important […]