Cabinet bess Timor-Leste

What is the XIX Constitutional Government in East Timor?

The IX Constitutional Government ( Portuguese: VIII Governo Constitucional, Tetum: VIII Governu Konstitusionál) is the ninth and incumbent Constitutional Government ( administration or cabinet) under the Constitution of East Timor. It was formed on 1 July 2023, and is led by Prime Minister, Xanana Gusmão.

What is the role of the Council of Ministers in Timor-Leste?

Under the terms of Article 116 of the Constitution, the Council of Ministers is also responsible: Approving the plans. Source: Decree-Law no. 46/2023, of July 28 th, Organic Law of the 9th Constitutional Government, and Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste.

What is the government of East Timor made up of?

The government is made up of Ministers, Deputy Ministers [ note 1] and Secretaries of State, as follows: [ 2][ 3][ 4] ^ a b The Constitution of East Timor provides, in sections 104 and 105, for the appointment of officials referred to in its English language version as "Deputy Ministers".

What does the name Timor-Leste mean?

Timor-Leste's name derives from the Indonesian and Malay word "timor", meaning "east"; "leste" is the Portuguese word for "east". So, "Timor-Leste" literally means "Eastern-East". The local [Tetum] name "Timor Lorosa'e" translates as "East Rising Sun.

When did Timor-Leste gain its independence?

Timor-Leste gained its independence from Indonesia on 20 May 2002. However, the independence was proclaimed on 28 November 1975 from Portugal. This day, 20 May, is celebrated as Restoration of Independence Day.