As Timor-Leste officially joins ASEAN as its 11th member, we speak to President José Ramos-Horta about what this milestone means for the young nation’s regional ambitions, the challenges of integration, and whether ASEAN itself is prepared to adapt to new voices within its ranks.


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As Timor-Leste officially joins ASEAN as its 11th member, we speak to President José Ramos-Horta about what this milestone means for the young nation’s regional ambitions, the challenges of integration, and whether ASEAN itself is prepared to adapt to new voices within its ranks. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons and Shutterstock

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