DILI, 06 July 2026 (TATOLI) – A delegation from Chinese investment company Yuxiao has expressed interest in investing in Timor-Leste, focusing on mining, infrastructure and hospitality projects, during a meeting with the President of the Republic, José Ramos-Horta.
The delegation was introduced to the President by Timor-Leste’s Ambassador to Mozambique, Luís Miguel Sequeira, during a briefing on the progress of his diplomatic mission in the southern African nation.
During the meeting, the Ambassador reported on the robust strengthening of bilateral ties following the President’s State visit to Mozambique in July 2024, highlighting active bilateral cooperation in higher education—including new medical scholarships for Timorese students—as well as shared initiatives in defense, natural resource management, and CPLP affairs.
“The business delegation presented their strong interest in exploring major investment opportunities in Timor-Leste, specifically targeting the mining, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors, which could include the development of a large-scale hotel to support the nation’s upcoming ASEAN presidency in 2029,” said in a statement.
President Ramos-Horta warmly welcomed the investors and expressed his deep appreciation for their initiative to contribute to Timor-Leste’s economic development.
Recognizing the strategic potential of these projects, the Head of State encouraged the delegation to proceed with detailed discussions with the Vice Prime Minister and relevant government ministries to properly evaluate and facilitate these prospective investments within the country’s business environment.
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