DILI, 21 July 2025 (TATOLI) – The President of the Republic, Jose Ramos-Horta, met with representatives from the company Al-Thana International Trad. & Co. L.L.C., a consortium from the Sultanate of Oman, at the Presidential Palace this Monday to discuss potential large-scale investments in Timor-Leste.
The delegation’s visit represents a clear sign of growing international investor confidence in the country’s economic trajectory and the stability of its leadership.
The consortium expressed strong interest in two key sectors: integrated urban development and the creation of a nationwide chain of pharmacies, with a presence in every municipal capital. The representatives highlighted that they were impressed by Timor-Leste’s rapid growth and the opportunities for partnership in its development, stating that they wish to “grow along with the country.”
Horta positively welcomed the proposed investments, highlighting their potential to significantly boost national infrastructure and improve the population’s access to public health services. The Head of State also stressed that these initiatives are in line with the country’s vision of promoting sustainable economic growth and raising the quality of life for all Timorese citizens.
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