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Timor-Leste’s Time To Shine In ASEAN

H.E Lisualdo Gaspar, Ambassador of Timor-Leste to Malaysia

18-Jul-25 08:00

Timor-Leste’s Time To Shine In ASEAN
  • Timor Leste is working hard to join ASEAN, aiming for full membership at the upcoming summit this October. H.E. Lisualdo Gaspar, Ambassador of Timor Leste to Malaysia, shares the country’s efforts in infrastructure development, economic integration, and also reflecting on its journey of peace and reconciliation after years of conflict with Indonesia.

Produced by: Tun Hizami Hashim

Presented by: Philip See


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Tags:  economic integrationtimor-lesteaseanindonesianation building





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