Tag: East Timor

May 18, 2025

In 1989, Pope John Paul II's groundbreaking visit to East Timor became a defining moment in the fight for independence ...

East Timor’s Fight for Freedom Holds Lessons for Palestine – Jacobin magazine

Lessons from East Timor: A Struggle for Freedom That Resonates with Palestine

May 18, 2025

East Timor's inspiring journey to independence from Indonesia provides invaluable insights for Palestine's ongoing pursuit of freedom. Both nations have ...

Pope Francis in East Timor says children show us how to ‘be cared for by God’ – Catholic News Agency

Pope Francis in East Timor: Discovering God’s Love Through the Innocence of Children

May 18, 2025

During his inspiring visit to East Timor, Pope Francis highlighted the profound wisdom that children impart about divine care. Speaking ...

Crocodile tears: How East Timor became an unlikely Catholic stronghold – The Pillar

From Struggle to Sanctuary: The Rise of East Timor as a Catholic Stronghold

East Timor, a nation forged in the fires of struggle for independence, has blossomed into an unexpected beacon of Catholicism ...

Pope Francis Arrives in East Timor, Asia’s Youngest and Most Catholic Country – National Catholic Register

Pope Francis Touches Down in East Timor: A Historic Visit to Asia’s Youngest and Most Devout Nation

Pope Francis has touched down in East Timor, the youngest and most devoutly Catholic nation in Asia, on a mission ...

Portugal and East Timor sign cooperation programme for 75 million euros – XXIV Governo Constitucional

Portugal and East Timor Forge Stronger Ties with €75 Million Cooperation Agreement!

Portugal and East Timor have officially launched an exciting cooperation program valued at 75 million euros, designed to enhance their ...

Aussies volunteering in East Timor say excitement is growing for Pope Francis’ visit – Catholic Review of Baltimore

Excitement Builds Among Aussie Volunteers in East Timor Ahead of Pope Francis’ Visit!

Aussies volunteering in East Timor are buzzing with excitement for Pope Francis' much-anticipated visit! This momentous event promises to cultivate ...

Timor-Leste and its Australian critics: A credibility gap exposed – Pearls and Irritations

Bridging the Divide: Timor-Leste Faces Criticism from Australia

Timor-Leste's relationship with Australia has faced its share of challenges, particularly regarding resource sovereignty and the depth of diplomatic engagement. ...

Activists criticize high cost of Pope Francis’ visit to East Timor, one of the poorest nations – The Associated Press

Activists Slam Pope Francis’ Expensive Visit to Struggling East Timor

Activists are voicing their worries about the hefty costs tied to Pope Francis' visit to East Timor, a nation grappling ...

The AP Interview: East Timor’s president says the pope’s visit isn’t time to dwell on past sins – The Associated Press

East Timor’s President: Pope’s Visit is a Time for Hope, Not Reflection on Past Sins

In a captivating recent interview with the AP, East Timor's President passionately highlighted that the much-anticipated visit from the Pope ...

Doctored video from pope’s East Timor visit falsely shared as ‘Duterte rally’ – AFP Factcheck

Viral Video Misleads: Pope’s East Timor Visit Mistakenly Dubbed a ‘Duterte Rally

A viral video claiming to show Pope Francis at a rally in East Timor has captured widespread attention, but it’s ...

Excavation indicates a major ancient migration to Timor Island | UCL News – UCL – University College London

Unearthing History: Evidence of a Significant Ancient Migration to Timor Island

Exciting new discoveries on Timor Island are shedding light on a remarkable ancient migration, offering fresh perspectives on how humans ...

Pope’s mass in Timor-Leste draws 600,000 worshippers – BBC.com

Historic Gathering: Pope’s Mass in Timor-Leste Attracts 600,000 Devotees!

Pope Francis made history in Timor-Leste, captivating an estimated 600,000 worshippers who gathered in the vibrant heart of the nation's ...

APOSTOLIC JOURNEY – Pope in East Timor: excerpts from the address to young people – Agenzia Fides

Embracing Hope: Pope’s Inspiring Message to the Youth of East Timor

During his inspiring Apostolic Journey to East Timor, Pope Francis reached out to the vibrant youth, urging them to hold ...

Honoring the Legacy of Timor-Leste: A Journey Through Its History

Remembering Timor-Leste - DVA delves into the profound legacy of Australia’s commitment to Timor-Leste during its fight for independence. This ...

Jose Ramos-Horta: Collapse from Corruption – George W. Bush Presidential Center

Jose Ramos-Horta: Unraveling the Impact of Corruption on Leadership

Jose Ramos-Horta's insightful remarks at the George W. Bush Presidential Center shed light on the insidious threat of corruption that ...

ASIA/EAST TIMOR – The Prime Minister of East Timor: reconciliation with Indonesia is an example to follow in our time torn apart by wars – Agenzia Fides

East Timor’s Prime Minister: Embracing Reconciliation with Indonesia as a Beacon of Hope in Our War-Torn World

East Timor's Prime Minister passionately champions reconciliation with Indonesia, presenting it as a powerful blueprint for our tumultuous times. He ...

Pope’s East Timor visit marred by criticism over high cost and church abuse scandals – The Independent

Controversy Surrounds Pope’s East Timor Visit Amidst High Costs and Church Abuse Scandals

Pope Francis's recent visit to East Timor has ignited a firestorm of debate, primarily due to the staggering costs associated ...

Prime Minister of East Timor, Xanana Gusmão, on official visit to the Azores – Portal do Governo dos Açores

Xanana Gusmão: East Timor’s Prime Minister Embarks on Historic Visit to the Azores!

May 22, 2025