DILI, 02 april 2024 (TATOLI) – The Commander General of the Timor-Leste National Police (PNTL), Henrique da Costa, and the Chief of Staff of FALINTIL – Timor-Leste Defence Forces, Falur Rate Laek, met to discuss the joint security plan for Pope Francis’ visit, scheduled for august.
Hundreds of F-FDTL officers will be deployed in Timor-Leste’s capital, joining PNTL officers to ensure security during Pope Francis’ visit to the country.
According to Henrique da Costa, the Ministry of the Interior has instructed the Armed Forces and PNTL to define the strategic guidelines needed to coordinate the actions and security measures for papal visit.
“We are ready to guarantee the safety of His Holiness and everyone taking part in the event,” said Henrique da Costa, after the end of the meeting with Falur Rate Laek, at PNTL General Headquarters in Caicoli, Dili.
The government has authorized the expenditure of up to US$12 million from the Contingency Fund for the High-Level Institutional Coordinating Committee to organize activities in preparation for the papal visit.
Journalist: Camilio de Sousa
Editor: Filomeno Martins
