Building strong relations with RI crucial: Alkatiri

Jakarta Post - Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Alice Coster

The ruling Timor Leste government is "illegitimate" and "illegal", said former Prime Minister Mari Alkatiri, but building stronger relations with Indonesia based on truth was crucial.
Speaking at a public lecture in Jakarta on Tuesday titled "Friendship and Partnership among Nations: The case of Indonesia and Timor Leste", the leader of the Fretlin Party said regardless of who governed Timor Leste, developing relations to "create a new dynamic" between the two countries was imperative and should have no limits.

"This (Timor Leste) government is not constitutional, it is illegal, we (Fretlin) will keep saying this and keep opposing the government," said Alkatiri.

Meanwhile, Reuters reported Tuesday that the UN Security Council had called on Timor Leste to refrain from further violence after mayhem erupted when independence leader Xanana Gusmao became prime minister last month.

In a statement read at a public meeting Tuesday, the council emphasized "the need for all parties to resolve any disputes through exclusively peaceful channels and within the framework of democratic institutions."

Last month, President Jose Ramos-Horta appointed a coalition led by Gusmao after no single party won a majority in a June 30 parliamentary election.

The move triggered violent protests by supporters of the Fretilin party, which led Timor Leste's 24-year struggle against Indonesian rule. Fretilin had won most of the votes in the June election and claimed the right to govern.

Alkatiri, the Secretary General of the Fretlin Party, said the press had "demonized him", while current leaders like Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao have been made to look like "angels".
"I am here trying to show the real Mari Alkatiri, not the one demonized by the media and by some people."

Alkatiri said people who had voted for Fretlin were frustrated after the election as they felt there had been a manipulation of the constitution. However, he said his party did not agree with the violence and wanted to do everything possible to get the country back to normal.
"Fretlin never uses violence for political purposes" he said.

Alkatiri said despite people crediting the current leaders for taking steps to build a bond between the two countries, it was in fact he who sought to create ties, establishing the joint Timor-Leste-Indonesia Truth and Friendship Commission, created to open intensive dialog between Indonesia and Timor Leste.

"Normally the media always attributed to Ramos-Horta or Xanana Gusmao the good relations between Indonesia and Timor Leste," he said. "The idea of CVA, the commission for truth and friendship, was mine, not Xanana's or Ramos Hortas'."

Alkatiri said establishing people-to-people relations to learn the truth and move forward was a critical step the neighbors must look toward.

"If you are looking to establish a solid friendly relation of friendship we need to get into the truth," he said.

Din Syamsuddin, Muhammadiyah chairman and the founding member and chairman of the Center for Dialogue and Cooperation among Civilizations' (CDCC), which hosted the event, agreed with Alkatiri, stressing the importance of establishing dialogue with Indonesia's closest neighbor.

Sobre os ataques aos juízes internacionais

Xanana Gusmão tenta, através de deputados do CNRT ou de membros do Governo, descredibilizar os juízes internacionais, de forma a que possa controlar o sistema judicial. Os mesmos que julgaram e condenaram Rogério Lobato, antigo Ministro do Interior...

Mas agora que Reinado, Railos e sus bandidos, correm o perigo de serem julgados, Xanana Gusmão lança uma campanha nos jornais e no Parlamento Nacional, que tem como objectivo afastar os juízes de Timor-Leste.

Se Reinado perceber que a imunidade que Xanana Gusmão lhe prometeu pode não valer de nada, Xanana Gusmão será arrastado para a praça pública pelo seu bandido de serviço...

Mais uma vez, as Nações Unidas calam-se e consentem...

Os medos de Xanana Gusmão

«The state to end the warrant to capture Alfredo Reinado

The state will consult with the president of the court of appeal, Claudio Ximenes, to find a solution with regards to the warrant to capture Alfredo Reinado Alves.

Speaking to the journalists after the High Level meeting on Tuesday (11/9), Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão said that they are waiting for Mr. Claudio Ximenes who is presently on leave.

“When he comes back, we will look at the warrant for the capture of Mr. Reinado,” said Mr. Gusmão.

He added that the state should talk to the organs of the state, since the state should not intervene directly in the judicial process.»

Timor Post


Em primeiro lugar, Xanana Gusmão revela um total desconhecimento da Lei e uma enorme falta de respeito pela separação de poderes dos órgãos de soberania.

Em segundo lugar, transparece de novo o pânico de Xanana Gusmão quanto à possibilidade de Alfredo Reinado depor em Tribunal. A qualquer custo, o Primeiro-Ministro tenta evitar a captura de Reinado.

O que sabe e ameaçou Reinado de revelar, caso seja capturado? Talvez que se for condenado, não irá sozinho?...

UNMIT – MEDIA MONITORING - Thursday, 13 September 2007

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National Media Reports

There are those for and against halting the mandate to capture Alfredo

It appears there are differences emerging amongst judicial authorities regarding halting the mandate of capturing Alfredo Reinado.

The international judge Ivo Rosa, who issued the mandate is maintaining his position, however the Attorney-general, Longuinhos Monteiro said that the mandate has failed. (TP)

The Secretary-general of Fretilin, Mari Alkatiri has said that the members of government are not brave enough to travel to the east of the country because there is little confidence in them there.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday (11/9) after his visit to Indonesia Mr. Alkatiri said he hoped the president José Ramos-Horta would see this and use his competencies to assist the country’s development.

“We recognize that the president is legitimate and expect that Mr. Horta will use his competencies to strengthen this country,” said Mr. Alkatiri (TP)

Carrascalão: Notable Commission’s report has no credibility

The president of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), Mario Viegas Carrascalão said that the report by the Commission of Notables has no credibility, because it has not been implemented.

Speaking to journalist on Wednesday (12/9) at the parliament, Mr. Carrascalão said it has no value.

“I totally lament to not only notable commission’s report has not implemented yet, but also until now people has not known the report from international investigation,” said Mr. Mario. (TP)

UNPol’s not professional, government to give the role to PNTL

The member of national parliament from CNRT party, Carmelita Moniz affirmed that it is the time for government to give the power of security to PNTL.

In her intervention during the plenary section yesterday in the parliament, she said the members of PNTL who have passed the screening test have had sufficient training to guarantee the stability and security of the country.

“As we know the powers of security in the country are in the hands of UNPol, who got mandate from the former government, but it is obvious over the past year that UNPol has not been sufficient or professional. They always attend incidents late,” said Ms. Moniz. (TP)

Carrascalão: government has to solve IDPs case immediately

The parliament member from the Social Democratic Party (PSD), Mario Viegas Carrascalão said that it has been one month since the Government took power and there is no sign yet of how to resolve the problem of internally displaced people.

Mr Carrascalão has questioned why there is no directly explanation, stated intention or declaration about any measures to solve the problem.

“This government needs to prioritise the problem immediately,” he said on Wednesday (12/9) at the parliament. (DN)

Hasegawa meets Longuinhos, discuss KII reports and other violence

The Attorney-general, Longuinhos Monteiro has received a visit by the former SRSG, Mr Sukehiro Hasegawa in Dili to discuss the Commission of Inquiry and the security situation in the country.

Mr. Longuinhos said that Mr. Hasegawa has a strong commitment to both areas of discussion. (DN)

UNMIT - Security Situation - Thursday 13 September 2007

This is a broadcast of the UN Police in Timor-Leste to provide you with information about the security situation around the country.

The security situation in Timor-Leste has been generally calm.

Earlier today in Dili, UNPol attended seven incidents, including two traffic accidents and two unconfirmed reports of fighting. None of the incidents were serious.

Two arrests were made in Dili on Wednesday. One man was arrested in Colmera for impersonating a PNTL officer, and another was arrested near Obrigado Barracks on suspicion of fraud.

Police in Watulari sub-district, Viqueque, received a report on Wednesday of three suspected cases of arson in Vessouru village. Two houses and the kitchen of one house caught fire at different times over the course of the day. A suspect has been identified in one of the cases, but the causes of the remaining two fires are not yet known. There are no reports of any injuries.

In Quelicai, Baucau on Wednesday, police arrested a man on suspicion of assault. He is now in police custody.

United Nations police officers in conjunction with the PNTL and the international security forces remain fully deployed to respond to any disturbances that may emerge.

The Police advise to avoid traveling during the night to the most affected areas. Please report any suspicious activities. You can call 112 or 7230365 to contact the police 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

PN - Agenda no. 15/II

Gabinete de Relações Públicas
Plenária Extraordinária

Quinta-Feira, 13 de Setembro de 2007

A Sessão Plenária de hoje foi presidida pelo Presidente do Parlamento Nacional, Sr. Fernando La Sama de Araújo, coadjuvado pelos Vice Presidentes, Sr. Vicente da Silva Guterres e a Sra. Maria da Paixão de Jesus da Costa, Secretária Maria Terezinha Viegas, Vice-Secretárias, Sra. Maria da Costa Exposto e a Sra. Teresa Maria de Carvalho.

Estiveram presentes na sessão plenária de hoje, a Sua Ex.cia o Primeiro Ministro, Sr. Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão e os Ministros do IV Governo Constitucional para fazer a apresentação do programa do Governo actual.

O único assunto abordado na sessão de hoje foi a apresentação e debate do Programa do IV Governo Constitucional.

O Primeiro Ministro, Sr. Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão fez o seu discurso antes da apresentação do Programa do IV Governo Constitucional da RDTL para o Ano 2007-2012. Na sua declaração o Primeiro Ministro disse que “ o Programa do IV Governo Constitucional vai abrir novo caminho para Timor leste desenvolver e modernizar este país, a fim de adquirir o maior progresso e reconstruir a qualidade de vida do cidadão Timorense.

Após o discurso do Primeiro Ministro Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão, o Presidente do Parlamento Nacional deu oportunidade aos Presidentes das Bancadas Parlamentares para fazer a sua apreciação preliminar sobre o Programa do IV Governo Constitucional. A seguir todos os Deputados tiveram oportunidade de apreciar e dar as suas opiniões para debater o programa do Governo.

O debate vai continuar amanhã.

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National Media Reports

The state to end the warrant to capture Alfredo Reinado

The state will consult with the president of the court of appeal, Claudio Ximenes, to find a solution with regards to the warrant to capture Alfredo Reinado Alves.

Speaking to the journalists after the High Level meeting on Tuesday (11/9), Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão said that they are waiting for Mr. Claudio Ximenes who is presently on leave.

“When he comes back, we will look at the warrant for the capture of Mr. Reinado,” said Mr. Gusmão.

He added that the state should talk to the organs of the state, since the state should not intervene directly in the judicial process.

He said that the task force has been established and is composed of the secretary of state for defence and representatives from other organs which have an interest in solving the problem. (TP)

New Zealand to train F-FDTL

The Commander of the New Zealand Forces in Timor-Leste, Lieutenant-General Jerry Mateparae, held a meeting with Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão and the Secretary of State for Defence, Julio Thomas Pinto, on Tuesday (11/9) to discuss improving the capacity of the F-FDTL’s members through military training.

Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Mr. Julio Thomas Pinto said that New Zealand wants to cooperate with Timor-Leste in defence.

“New Zealand will help Timor-Leste, particularly in the defence sector,” said Mr. Pinto.

He added that Mr. Jerry also informed them that New Zealand is ready to share their experience of military development and is ready to help prepare the training for the members of F-FDTL. (TP and DN)

President of court of appeal backing the CPLP’s judges

The Timorese lawyer Benevides Correia Barros suggested that president of the court of appeal Mr. Claudino Ximenes should take a step back following some cases in which the judges of Portuguese Speaking Countries Community (CPLP) intervened.

Mr. Correia stated that as the president of the court, Mr. Ximenes should send back such judges when their duties come to an end.

“Mr. Ximenes should not constantly defend them in this country and extend their contracts,” said Mr. Correia on Tuesday (11/9).

He added that CPLP judges could work instead in Timor-Leste as advisors and not intervene directly in such cases. (TP)

Prime Minister Xanana to lead the “Task Force” dialogue with Alfredo

Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão said that the ‘Task Force’ established by the government will hold a dialogue with Alfredo Reinado Alves and his followers.

He stated that the ‘Task Force’ will be led other members of the government, such as the State Secretary of the Defence.

Speaking to the journalists after the High Level Meeting on Tuesday (11/9) in the Presidential Palace in Caicoli, Mr. Gusmão said that the ‘Task Force’ has been formed to engage in dialogue with Mr. Reinado Alves – it is however on hold until the president of the court of appeal, Mr. Claudio Ximenes, returns from leave. (DN)

Benevides Barros: “Alfredo wants to be judged by the Norwegian judge”

The lawyer of Alfredo Reinado Alves, Benevides Correia Barros, reportedly said that after the dialogue, his client Reinado wants to be judged by the Norwegian judges, and that Reinado himself totally rejects the judges from Portuguese Speaking Countries Community (CPLP).

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday (11/9) in Hotel Timor, Mr. Barros said that Mr. Reinado rejects the possibility that the judges from CPLP should preside over his case, because the CPLP’s judges went against the decision of President José Ramos-Horta to officially halt the operation on 19 June 2007.

Mr. Correia added that Mr. Reinado holds the competency of President Horta in highest regard. (DN)

Today the government discusses methods for the dialogue with Alfredo

According to the agenda of the government, Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão will lead a ministerial meeting to discuss the available methods of dialogue between Alfredo Reinado Alves and the government to find the best solution.

Speaking to the journalists on Tuesday (11/9) in his office, Mr. Julio Thomas Pinto said that there is enough good will to solve Reinado’s case.

“The location will be prepared by the Prime Minister and the National Unity Movement for Justice (MUNJ),” said Mr. Pinto. (STL)

UNMIT - Security Situation - Wednesday 12 September 2007

This is a broadcast of the UN Police in Timor-Leste to provide you with information about the security situation around the country.

The security situation in Timor-Leste has generally been calm.

Earlier today in Dili, UNPol attended four incidents, including a fight between two groups in Kampung Tuti. Police arrived and brought the situation under control, but a group of youths gathered shortly afterwards and started causing a disturbance. Police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd and the situation is now calm.

Last night in Dili, there were a number of minor incidents involving rock throwing, concentrating around Kampung Alor, Kampung Baru, Santa Cruz, Comoro Bridge, Bebonuk and Vila Verde. Separately, a man was arrested in Lahane for attempting to rape a 24-year-old woman. The suspect was taken to the Dili Detention Centre.


On Tuesday in Same, PNTL officers fired two warning shots into the air when they were attacked by a group that had been causing damage to a shop in the market place. The group used sling shots to fire darts and rocks at the PNTL officers when the police tried to arrest them. There were no reports of any injuries.

On Tuesday morning in Maliana, a 26-year-old suspect was arrested for punching two police cars. There was no significant damage to the vehicles.

On Tuesday in Viqueque, police arrested six people suspected of arson in Buicarin village. Separately, demonstrations commemorating the founding of ASDT were held in Viqueque town and Watolari. The demonstrations went peacefully.

On Monday, police arrested a suspect in a murder case in Kutulau village, Liquica, who had escaped from Becora prison in February this year.

United Nations police officers in conjunction with the PNTL and the international security forces remain fully deployed to respond to any disturbances that may emerge.

The Police advise to avoid traveling during the night to the most affected areas. Please report any suspicious activities. You can call 112 or 7230365 to contact the police 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Timor accord ratified

The Mosman Daily
ANDRE KHOURY

12Sep07

MOSMAN Council has established a friendship agreement with a village in East Timor.


Mosman Mayor Denise Wilton told last week's council meeting the agreement with Maubara in the Liquica district had been reached after meeting with East Timor's Sydney consul-general Abel Guterres.

``This village is within easy reach of Dili,'' Cr Wilton said.

``It was originally occupied by the Portuguese and later taken by the Netherlands and has a historic Dutch fort at the entrance to the village that is apparently well preserved.''

Cr Wilton said now that an agreement had been reached she wanted to hear from residents.

``I am proposing to call a public meeting to provide the Mosman community with the opportunity of establishing a small committee that will be able to work with our service organisations and schools,'' she said.

``It may also be possible to arrange to host an employee of the sub-district at Mosman to assist in their training and professional development, and, if appropriate, for our own administration to reciprocate.

``I have been surprised by the number of approaches that I have received on the proposal of establishing a friendship agreement with Timor Leste, particularly from residents who already have been quietly working in social, community and professional capacities.''

Cr Wilton said her original plans were to set up a relationship with the Topu Honis children's home in Kutet Ambenu.

``While my enquires in relation to the children's home were well received I was told that the reality is that it is already receiving support and is in a very remote region of the country and that some attempts from local government to support it have proved to be very difficult,'' she said.

Exposição retrata aspectos da cultura do Timor Leste

Quinta-Feira, 13 de Setembro de 2007
Gazeta de Limeira

SESI

A partir de hoje, os limeirenses poderão conferir o trabalho de 25 fotografias que retratam aspectos humanos e geográficos do Timor Leste, antiga colônia portuguesa e país independente desde 2002. Através do Instituto Camões, órgão do governo de Portugal para a difusão cultural, cinco fotógrafos portugueses foram convidados a abordarem o tema através da fotografia. Na exposição “Olhar Timor” podem ser vistos personagens flagrados em sua luta pela formação de um novo Estado e serve para reforçar os laços entre os países de língua portuguesa.

O resultado pode ser visto até o dia 23 de setembro no Sesi 480, de terça a domingo, das 8h às 17h e feriados das 9h às 17h. O Sesi fica na avenida Major José Levy Sobrinho, 2415, no bairro Alto da Boa Vista. Para mais informações, 3451 5710, ramal 220. A entrada é franca. (SA)