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After Ten Years of Independence Timor-Leste Looks to a Brighter Future
One of the world’s youngest countries hit a milestone this week, as Timor-Leste celebrated its tenth year as an independent nation. Formerly a part of Indonesia, Timor-Leste achieved independence after a period of violent clashes with Indonesian authorities following the resignation of President Suharto in 1999. Since being recognized as a sovereign state in 2002, the country has endured violence and uncertainty, but now appears to be strengthening and maturing.
2012.05.25

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