🇹🇱 Timor-Leste
Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
Basic Information
Capital
Dili
Region
Asia
/ South-Eastern Asia
Population
1,503,579
Area
14,950 km²
Currencies
United States dollar ($)
Languages
Tetum, Portuguese
About Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste's history is marked by centuries of interaction between Austronesian and Papuan cultures. Portuguese colonization began in the 16th century, profoundly shaping the nation's language and religion. The struggle for independence from Portugal was followed by a brutal Indonesian occupation characterized by widespread human rights abuses. The United Nations played a crucial role in facilitating a referendum on self-determination in 1999, leading to eventual independence. Today, Timor-Leste is a young nation navigating the challenges of nation-building and economic development.
Codes & Identifiers
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
TLISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
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Political Information
System of Government
Parliamentary Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes
Neighboring Countries
Additional Flags & Symbols
Obec / Město