But he said new challenges and problems were now confronting the country, Asia’s newest, including emigration and poverty, as well as alcohol abuse and violence involving martial arts gangs.
East Timor receives Pope Francis on his visit to encourage its recovery from independence fight
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“I believe the CNRT will win a majority of seats in Parliament this time and I’m ready to be the prime minister for the sake of people’s prosperity and justice,” Gusmao said after casting his vote in Dili, the capital.
East Timor votes in parliamentary election aiming to break political impasse
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