1. Timor-Leste has officially joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on October 27, 2025, after a wait of 14 years.
2. This marks the first new member in ASEAN in 26 years, as Cambodia was the last to join in 1999.
3. The Timorese people are hopeful that their country's entry into ASEAN will stimulate trade and help develop domestic industries due to access to ASEAN's vast economic zone.
2. This marks the first new member in ASEAN in 26 years, as Cambodia was the last to join in 1999.
3. The Timorese people are hopeful that their country's entry into ASEAN will stimulate trade and help develop domestic industries due to access to ASEAN's vast economic zone.
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Summary
Timor-Leste joined ASEAN on October 27, 2025, marking the first new member in 26 years following Cambodia's entry in 1999. The Timorese people anticipate increased trade and domestic industry development due to access to ASEAN's economic zone.
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251027_27/#summary
Date: Oct. 27, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-27
Created: 2025/10/27 21:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:19
Last Read: 2025/10/28 08:04