Timor

New UN political mission for Timor-Leste approved

28 April 2005
With the United Nations peacekeeping operation in Timor-Leste set to wrap up its work in mid-May, the Security Council today mandated a special political mission to help ensure the nascent country continued its journey toward self-sufficiency and self-reliance.

Annan calls on donors to help Timorese build a better future

25 April 2005
United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan today urged the international community to "again do its part," calling on donors meeting in Timor-Leste to help the tiny Asian nation continue its post-independence march towards sustainable development.

World’s youngest country becomes newest applicant to join UN tourism agency

21 April 2005
Timor-Leste, the world’s youngest country, has become the newest applicant for membership of the United Nations tourism agency, a global forum that plays a decisive role in promoting the development of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.