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in Timor-Leste’s remote Oecusse Enclave, a border dispute threatens to open old wounds

  • Written by Michael Rose, Research Associate, University of Adelaide
in Timor-Leste’s remote Oecusse Enclave, a border dispute threatens to open old woundsMichael Rose, Author provided

In September, Timor-Leste will mark a quarter century since its vote for independence from Indonesia, the conclusion of a 24-year long struggle that left few Timorese families untouched.

Reconciliation with its giant neighbour stands out as one of Timor-Leste proudest achievements, but as 2024 begins, a long simmering...

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