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Timor-Leste economy
May 22, 2018
Timor-Leste's Corruption Challenge
By Jonas Guterres
Addressing corruption will be the key to achieving economic development and cementing democratic principles.
May 16, 2018
Timor-Leste Finally Has a Government. Now What?
By Guteriano Neves
The victorious coalition was face an uphill battle in delivering on campaign promises.
April 26, 2018
Can Timor-Leste’s Next Government Pursue Much-Needed Budget Cuts?
By Guteriano Neves
It's politically risky, but budget cuts are needed to tackle low productivity, inefficient public spending, and the trade deficit.
April 19, 2018
A New Era of Political Coalitions in Timor-Leste?
By David Hutt
A look at the state of the country’s politics ahead of upcoming elections.
March 29, 2018
The Mountains: Timor Leste's Blessing and Curse
By Edward Cavanough
Difficult geography helped Timorese survive colonization and invasion. But now, it's a roadblock to growth.
September 20, 2017
Timor-Leste's New Government and the Future of the Youth in Politics
By Khoo Ying Hooi
Timor-Leste’s long-awaited government must not leave the country's youth out of its policy plans.
July 25, 2017
After Timor-Leste's Election, a Young Democracy Looks Forward
By Khoo Ying Hooi
The results are in from Timor-Leste's parliamentary election. The hard part lies ahead.
July 24, 2017
Time (and Oil) Running Out for Timor-Leste
By Anthony Fensom
The newly elected government will have to move quickly to diversify Timor-Leste's economy.
July 19, 2017
Timor-Leste: Failing State or Missed Opportunity?
By Tahnee Reed
Worries about Timor-Leste are understandable, but analysts shouldn't overlook signs of progress.
July 07, 2017
Young Voters Will Decide Timor-Leste's Parliamentary Election
By Khoo Ying Hooi and Guteriano Neves
What issues will drive votes from Timorese young people?
June 22, 2017
Timor-Leste Parliamentary Elections: Hard Choices, Hard Times
By Guteriano Neves and Khoo Ying Hooi
Timor-Leste's election comes at a critical time in the country's development.
March 24, 2017
After Presidential Elections, What Next for Timor-Leste?
By Jonas Guterres and Khoo Ying Hooi
The new People's Liberation Party, with its promise of a fresh approach, could make waves in Timor-Leste in the future.