Timor-Leste : Political Dynamics, Development, and International Involvement

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Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs Division

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Provides overview of recent developments, political leaders, parliament structure, economy, and history of Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, in light of scheduled withdrawal of United Nations (UN...

Provides overview of recent developments, political leaders, parliament structure, economy, and history of Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, in light of scheduled withdrawal of United Nations (UN) integrated mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) at the end of 2012. Reviews internal strife and political turmoil in Timor-Leste from 2006-2008, population displacement and humanitarian issues, UNMIT activities, and key bilateral relations with the U.S., Indonesia, Australia, and China. Includes chronology.

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