The problem now (after East Timor independence from Indonesia referendum) is that we the East Timorese are without means. We are so dependent, we fee… - Xanana Gusmão

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The problem now (after East Timor independence from Indonesia referendum) is that we the East Timorese are without means. We are so dependent, we feel very small and fragile. But I have confidence that this will not last too long. We have hopes that after the (United Nations-backed) transitional period, we can rebuild our country.

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About Xanana Gusmão

Xanana Gusmão (born 20 June 1946) is an East Timorese politician. He was the Prime Minister and President of East Timor in 2007–2015 and 2002–2007 respectively.

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Alternative Names: Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão • José Alexandre Gusmão
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In response to a painted sign in a local school stating - Rich People Fly with Money - Poor People fly with education - Xanana said “Yes you are right ‘Rich people fly with money’ but you are wrong because ‘Poor people walk with poverty’”. - 28th October 2023
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