ASEAN welcomes Timor Leste

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After decades of lobbying, Timor Leste has become the newest member of the Association of South East Asian nations. President Jose Ramos-Horta said in a speech at the summit, “This is not only a dream realised, but a powerful affirmation of our journey.”

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta and Timor-Lester Prime minister Xanana Gusmao at the signing of Timor-Leste's admission. (Photo: myASEAN2025.my)

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