Timor-Leste
Fifteen years after independence, Timor-Leste remains free and comparatively democratic in the region. Despite this, development is at risk due to gender inequalities and high rates of violence against women, dwindling oil reserves, corruption and unsustainable spending. Addressing reform and inefficiencies in its young institutions, increasing the understanding of the role of government by citizens, and ensuring security for all are key focus areas of our staff.
Todd Wassel,
Country Representative
Contact
The Asia Foundation – Timor-Leste
P.O. Box 69
Dili, Timor-Leste
Tel: + 670 331-3457
Email: timorleste.general@asiafoundation.org
Diversifying Economy and Resources
Petroleum and agriculture have historically been the chief drivers of Timor-Leste’s economy, but oil is expected to run out by 2032. To aid in the diversification of Timor’s economy and resources, we are supporting a nascent but emerging tourism industry. In preparation, the Foundation convened donor, governmental, and private sector stakeholders to present early research analysis for the expansion of domestic and international air travel. Our research was presented to officials in the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, as well as the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs. In addition, we led the creation of a national tourism branding and marketing strategy, and the country’s first consumer tourism website, timorleste.tl. These activities have been instrumental in laying the groundwork for the country’s first tourism policy. Through an emphasis on an evidence-based approach, this new policy will guide the informed development of the tourism sector over the next five years.
NEWS FROM TIMOR-LESTE
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Victim-Blaming Perpetuates Violence Against Women in Timor-Leste
January 17, 2018
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Team Leader, Nabilan Program, Timor-Leste
January 31, 2018
Career
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Asia’s Biggest Issues in 2018: Experts Weigh In
January 3, 2018
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Community-Based Approaches: Ending Violence Against Women Through Community Action – A Reflection On Research, Ethics, And Practice
January 3, 2018
Publication
Empowering Women Candidates
We created a national campaign to increase the number of women representatives in village councils. As a result of our efforts, more than 200 women submitted their candidacies and 21 were elected village chiefs. We worked with 148 villages to both strengthen the governing abilities of women leaders and encourage councils to be more responsive to the needs of women.
HIGHLIGHTS ACROSS ASIA
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‘Seven Deadly Days’: Road Safety in Thailand
April 11, 2018
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Views from the Region on U.S. Policy in Asia Today
March 28, 2018
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Myanmar Times: A front row seat to five years of change
March 23, 2018
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Asia Foundation Expresses Sorrow Over Passing of Julio “Andy” Andrews, Beloved Former Colleague, Development Innovator, Leader, and Friend
March 9, 2018
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Advancing Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality in Asia – A Year in Review 2017
March 2, 2018
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March 1, 2018
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Uncovering the Impact of
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS
China passed a crucial Anti-Domestic Violence Law, but they need hard data to implement it. Our survey uncovers the real human, societal, and business costs.