Myanmar’s military junta has ordered East Timor’s top diplomat to leave the country within a week, escalating tensions inside ASEAN. The move comes after Dili initiated legal action accusing the junta of genocide and condemning an air strike on a hospital.


ASEAN Tensions Escalate: Myanmar Junta Expels East Timor Diplomat After Genocide Case

These seven nations represent the continuing evolution of the modern world’s borders. Some, like the Czech Republic and Montenegro, achieved stability through negotiation; others, like Eritrea and South Sudan, paid a heavy price in blood and suffering.

These nations didn’t exist before 1993: 7 youngest countries in world

East Timor officially became ASEAN’s 11th member after 14 years of effort. PM Xanana Gusmao called it a “dream realised,” while Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim said it “completes the ASEAN family.” 

East Timor joins ASEAN as 11th member after 14 years of campaigning

Beijing is set to increase its influence in the Pacific region, as East Timor has approached Chinese firms to develop a $65 billion gas project. This move has raised concerns in Australia, the project is related to East Timor's greater Sunrise gas field which has been stalled for decades due to disagreements with Australia. Watch to know more.

China To Develop East Timor's $65 BN Gas Field ?

Pope Francis has announced the appointment of 21 new cardinals, a move that notably expands the size of the college of cardinals. This significant increase not only enhances the diversity of the group but also strengthens the Pope's influence over the future leadership of the Catholic Church. The newly appointed cardinals will play a crucial role in electing his successor, further extending Francis's legacy within the church. This latest announcement reflects the Pope's ongoing commitment to inclusivity and representation, as many of the new cardinals come from regions that have traditionally been underrepresented in the Vatican.

Pope Francis Increases College Of Cardinals Membership From 141 To 256

Pope Francis Expands College Of Cardinals That Will Pick His Successor

Pope Francis concluded his visit to Singapore on Friday, highlighting the nation’s strong tradition of interfaith harmony. His four-nation tour of Asia ended with the same message of tolerance and unity that he emphasized at the beginning of his journey.

Pope Francis concludes Asia Trip with a consistent call for interfaith tolerance

It was a sight to behold in the Catholic dominated East Timor after an estimated 600,000 people nearly half of the country's population packed the seaside Park to attend the Pontiff's final Mass. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis' Mass in East Timor: Tens of thousands throng east Timor's coast to attend Pope's mass

Pope Francis was warmly welcomed by the small Southeast Asian nation of East Timor, one of the world’s most Catholic countries. Nearly half of the population attended an open-air Mass to see the Pope. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis' celebrates mass in East Timor

Pope Francis was warmly welcomed by the small Southeast Asian nation of East Timor, one of the world’s most Catholic countries. Nearly half of the population attended an open-air Mass to see the Pope.

Pope Francis' mass in East Timor draws nearly half its population

The Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Friday (November 11) gave in-principle nod to inclusion of East Timor to the 10-nation regional bloc. The decision was announced in a statement released by summit host Cambodia.

ASEAN members agree to allow East Timor join the regional grouping, be its 11th member

Tsunami warning issued for Indian Ocean region after earthquake off East Timor coast

People across East Timor went to the polls on Tuesday to choose either a Nobel laureate or a former guerrilla fighter -- the incumbent president -- as their next leader.

East Timor votes to pick next president

Australia's parliament voted Monday to implement a maritime border treaty with East Timor, potentially unlocking billions in offshore oil and gas revenue after a bitter decade-long dispute.

Australia ratifies maritime boundaries with East Timor

A powerful, deep 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the coasts of East Timor and Indonesia on Monday and was felt as far away as Australia, but authorities said it did not have the potential to cause a tsunami.

Quake of magnitude 7.5 shakes East Timor, Australia; no tsunami feared

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