EN MEPCM ratificacao tratado fronteiras 2 ENG20190726 21694 1gbddcx (original) (raw)

The National Parliament today approved in a final vote the legislative package allowing the ratification and entry into force of the Treaty between the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste and Australia establishing their respective Maritime Borders. The ratification of the treaty, as well as the approval of the four (4) laws, will finally enable Timor-Leste to achieve full sovereignty in the Timor Sea. For the people of Timor-Leste, securing permanent maritime boundaries is the continuation of our long struggle for independence and full sovereignty. Following the political independence achieved in 2002, it is an important step not only in ensuring independence and territorial integrity, but also in ensuring economic independence.