This post is part of the Public Sources 2024 project of SA WEST. It contains a collection of reliable links to ministries, government institutions, and local media sources in Timor-Leste.
All links were checked in October and November 2024. In addition to providing links to local news websites, we also share their social media profiles and related groups in messaging platforms. This gives you a comprehensive toolset to follow and gather data on current events using your preferred methods.
This collection is made to help intelligence professionals and researchers find important resources related to Timor-Leste. While we do not claim to have every possible link, we hope this collection serves as a useful starting point for your project.
To help you better understand the regional context, we provide a list of projects in Timor-Leste, if available, involving the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the Asian Development Bank.
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Timor-Leste
National portal, selected links to ministries and government organizations
The Ministry of Finance, Health, and Agriculture and Fisheries https://customs.gov.tl |
The website serves as a platform for the Ministry of Finance (MOF), Ministry of Health (MOH), and Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF) in Timor-Leste. It offers specific information related to the policies, programs, and services provided by these governmental departments, focusing on budget management, health services, and agricultural development. |
| Ministry of Finance of Timor-Leste https://grp.mof.gov.tl |
The official website of the Ministry of Finance of Timor-Leste provides specific information about the country’s financial policies, budget plans, and governmental financial management. It includes the latest fiscal reports, budget proposals for the coming year, and mechanisms for financial accountability and transparency. |
| Ministry of Finance, Timor-Leste https://www.mof.gov.tl |
The Ministry of Finance of Timor-Leste serves as the central authority for managing the country’s financial resources, implementing budgetary policies, and overseeing economic development. It provides a budget transparency portal, procurement guidelines, and taxation information, ensuring effective governance and fiscal accountability. The website offers resources for public access to financial data and departmental updates, promoting transparency and efficiency in government operations. |
| Official Government of Timor-Leste http://timor-leste.gov.tl |
This website serves as the official portal for the Government of Timor-Leste, providing information on government initiatives, public services, health campaigns, climate change, and cooperation with international partners. It also highlights achievements and ongoing projects aimed at national development and community welfare. |
| Aid Transparency Portal http://www.transparency.gov.tl |
This website serves as a platform to provide insights into the funding received from development partners and the allocation of these funds for the country’s development goals. It aims to enhance transparency and accountability in aid distribution. |
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Projects carried out by the World Bank in Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
| Name of the Project | implementing_agency | Timeframe |
| Healthcare Action Through Rapid Infrastructure Improvements (“HARI’I”) Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Health Project Objective: The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to (a) strengthen the health infrastructure and referral system in Project target areas in Timor-Leste, and (b) in case of an Eligible Crisis or Emergency, respond promptly and effectively to it. |
24 Mar 2023 ‑ 30 Jun 2028 |
| Dili Water Supply Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Public Works Project Objective: The Project Development Objective is to improve the coverage and the operational performance of BTL in the Project Area. |
25 May 2022 ‑ 29 Sep 2028 |
| Timor Leste Water Supply and Sanitation Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Public Works Project Objective: The project development objective is to increase access to safely managed drinking water and sanitation services in the municipality of Baucau. |
22 Apr 2020 ‑ 29 May 2026 |
| Basic Education Strengthening and Transformation Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. Project Objective: To improve the learning environment of basic education schools and increase the efficiency and equity of basic education programs. |
22 Apr 2020 ‑ 30 Jun 2025 |
| Timor-Leste Branch Roads Project | Implementing Agency: Ministry of Public Works Project Objective: Improve road access, safety, and climate resilience on the Gleno-Maubisse Corridor and, in the event of an Eligible Crisis or Emergency, to provide an immediate response to the Eligible Crisis or Emergency |
26 Nov 2019 ‑ 30 Oct 2027 |
Projects of Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Timor-Leste
| Project Name | Executing Agency | Approval Date |
| Project Preparation I – Workforce and Skills Development | Ministry of Education | 27 Nov 2023 |
| Policy and Planning for Public Investments | Ministry of Finance | 27 Nov 2022 |
| Dili West Water Supply Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 19 Sep 2022 |
| Preparing the Timor-Leste Public Transport Project | Ministry of Transport and Communication | 10 Jul 2022 |
| Capacity Building for Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport Expansion Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Power Distribution Modernization Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 26 Oct 2021 |
| Preparing the East to South Coast Road Connectivity Project and Strengthening the Road Sector Institutional Capacity | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Floods Emergency Response Project | Ministry for State Administration, INAP | 04 Sep 2021 |
| Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 24 Jun 2021 |
| Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport Expansion Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 09 Feb 2021 |
| Capacity for Multilateral and Regional Economic Integration | Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation | 22 Jul 2020 |
| COVID-19 Food Security Emergency Response | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | 18 Jun 2020 |
| Coffee and Agroforestry Livelihood Improvement Project | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | 28 May 2020 |
| Implementing Reforms for Growth and Competitiveness | Ministry for Legislative Reforms and Parliamentary Affairs | 17 Dec 2019 |
| Energy System Strengthening and Sustainability Project | Ministry of Finance | 09 May 2019 |
| Preliminary Assessment for Dili Airport Runway Upgrading Project | Ministry of Transport and Communication | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Support for Achieving the Strategic Development Plan 2011-2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals | Asian Development Bank | 12 Nov 2018 |
| Baucau to Viqueque Highway Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 21 Feb 2018 |
| Policy and Planning Development for Public Investments, Subproject 1 | Ministry of Finance | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Dili to Baucau Highway Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 11 Nov 2016 |
| Fiscal Policy for Improved Service Delivery | Ministry of Finance | 17 Jun 2016 |
| Support for Preparation of a National Coffee Sector Development Plan for Timor-Leste | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | 12 May 2016 |
| Electricity System Strengthening and Sustainability Program | Ministry of Public Works | 29 Jan 2016 |
| Capacity for Regional Economic Integration | Asian Development Bank | 28 Jan 2016 |
| Policy and Planning for Skills Development in Secondary Education | Ministry of Education | 12 Mar 2015 |
| Expansion of Financial Services | Banco Nacional de Comrcio de Timor-Leste | 20 Nov 2014 |
| Urban Services Improvement Sector Project | Ministry of Public Works | 11 Jul 2014 |
| Road Network Upgrading Sector Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 19 Sep 2013 |
| Infrastructure Management | Ministry of Public Works | 12 Nov 2012 |
| Preparing for Regional Economic Integration | Asian Development Bank | 12 Oct 2012 |
| Road Network Upgrading Project | Council for Administration of the Infrastructure Fund | 30 Mar 2012 |
| Second District Capitals Water Supply Project | Ministry of Public Works | 26 Mar 2012 |
| Strengthening Water Sector Management and Service Delivery | Ministry of Infrastructure | 14 Dec 2011 |
| District Capitals Water Supply Project (formerly Oecussi and Ermera Water Rehabilitation Project) | Ministry of Infrastructure | 23 Sep 2011 |
| Mid-Level Skills Training Project | Secretariat of State for Professional Training and Employment Policy | 12 Jul 2011 |
| Strengthening Major Public Investments | Ministry of Finance | 15 Dec 2010 |
| Support for Effective Aid Management | Ministry of Planning and Finance | 14 Dec 2010 |
| Supporting Road Network Development | Ministry of Infrastructure | 13 Dec 2010 |
| Oecussi and Ermera Water Rehabilitation Project | Ministry of Infrastructure | 17 Nov 2010 |
| Road Network Development Sector Project | Ministry of Infrastructure | 20 Nov 2009 |
| Our Roads Our Future-Supporting Local Governance and Community-Based Infrastructure Works | Ministry of Infrastructure | 20 Nov 2009 |
| Statistical and Macroeconomic Capacity Building | National Directorate of Statistics | 12 Jan 2009 |
| Preparing the Road Network Development Project | Ministry of Infrastructure | 23 Jul 2008 |
| Capacity Building to Strengthen Public Sector Management and Governance Skills, Phase III | Ministry for State Administration, INAP | 09 Mar 2008 |
| Dili Urban Water Supply Sector Project | Ministry of Infrastructure | 18 Dec 2007 |
| Infrastructure Project Management | Min of Transport, Communications and Public Works | 21 Jun 2007 |
| Dili Water Supply Performance Improvement | Min. of Natural Resources, Mineral & Energy Policy | 17 Nov 2006 |
| Road Sector Improvement Project (ADF Grant) | Min of Transport, Communications and Public Works | 27 Sep 2005 |
| Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Project (formerly Preparation of an Infrastructure Sector Development Program) | Min. of Natural Resources, Mineral & Energy Policy | 15 Sep 2005 |
| Infrastructure Sectors Capacity Development (previously Institutional Capacity Building for the Infrastructure Sectors) | Min of Transport, Communications and Public Works | 14 Jul 2005 |
| Strengthening Financial Management Capacity | Ministry of Planning and Finance | 21 Dec 2004 |
| Strengthening Microfinance Operations | Ministry of Development and Environment | 20 Dec 2004 |
| Capacity Building to Strengthen Public Sector and Governance | Ministry for State Administration, INAP | 18 Dec 2003 |
| Capacity Building to Develop Public Sector Management and Governance Skills | United Nations Transitional Adm in East Timor | 03 May 2002 |
| Transport Sector Improvement | United Nations Transitional Adm in East Timor | 10 Jan 2001 |
| Capacity Building for Governance and Public Sector Management | United Nations Transitional Adm in East Timor | 03 Sep 2000 |
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