Timor-Leste

S’pore wants to help Timor-Leste contribute to ASEAN, not just benefit from it: PM Wong

Being part of the regional bloc is not just about benefitting from the membership, but also about what countries can contribute to it, said PM Lawrence Wong.

S’pore firms can hire Timorese work permit holders from mid-2027 in sectors like construction

The move allows firms in Singapore to hire Timorese workers on work permits in the construction, marine shipyard and process sectors.

Singapore, Timor-Leste to strengthen economic ties, bilateral exchanges: PM Wong

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) and Timor Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao at the Government Palace in Dili during his official visit to Timor-Leste on July 3.

From F&B to aquaculture, S’poreans find opportunities for investment in Timor-Leste

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaking to Singaporeans based in Timor-Leste during an overseas Singaporean reception in Dili on July 2.

Lawrence Wong to make first-ever visit by Singapore PM to Timor-Leste from July 2 to 3

PM Lawrence Wong’s visit reciprocates Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao’s visit to Singapore in July 2025.

Singapore sends condolences to Timor-Leste over death of former leader Guterres

The new President of East Timor Francisco Guterres Lu'Olo (C) walks with spouse Cidalia Lopes (R) and the Parliament Speaker Aderito Hugo da Costa (L) during presidential inauguration ceremony in Dili, East Timor, May 19, 2017. Picture taken May 19, 2017. REUTERS/Lirio Da Fonseca

Timor-Leste declares week of mourning for ex-president Guterres

The then-president of East Timor Francisco Guterres Lu'Olo (centre) walks with spouse Cidalia Lopes (right) during presidential inauguration ceremony in Dili on May 19, 2017.

Shangri-La Dialogue 2026

Timor-Leste’s leader floats idea of retired South-east Asia general to guide Myanmar peace talks

Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta said such a move would alleviate the human suffering in Myanmar.

At a noisy Venice Biennale, South-east Asian artists’ quiet voices redefine volume and impact

Video still from The Spirits Of Maritime Crossing II (2024), directed by Thai artist and curator Apinan Poshyananda at the Venice Biennale 2026.

Fifa Asean Cup in September and October could disrupt Lions’ plans

Singapore players and fans celebrating after drawing 0-0 to Malaysia and going through to the semi finals of the AFF Asean Championship at Bukit Jalil Stadium on Dec 20, 2024.

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