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DILI, Timor-Leste: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong was awarded Timor-Leste’s highest honour on Friday (Jul 3) by President Jose Ramos-Horta, during a two-day visit to the country.<\/p>\n
He received the Order of Timor-Leste (Grand Collar) at a ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Dili, in recognition of Singapore’s contributions to Timor-Leste’s national development and its support for the country’s accession to the Association of South-east Asian Nations (ASEAN).\u00a0<\/p>\n
The award recognises Timorese nationals and foreigners who have made significant contributions to the country.<\/p>\n
Mr Wong, who is also finance minister, said he received the award “not as an individual but on behalf of Singapore and the many Singaporeans who have contributed to the friendship between our two countries”.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe award belongs to those who have served here over the years, conducting training, sharing professional knowledge, building capabilities and living and working alongside our Timorese friends in support of nation-building,\u201d he said in his acceptance speech.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very grateful to the Timorese people who have welcomed Singaporeans with friendship, generosity and kindness.\u201d<\/p>\n
The award reflects a bond forged even before Timor-Leste’s independence in 2002, Mr Wong said. More than 1,000 Singaporean personnel served in international peacekeeping efforts between 1999 and 2012, during the country’s transition to peace and stability.<\/p>\n
Mr Wong said he reaffirmed Singapore’s commitment to helping build up Timor-Leste’s human capacity in his discussions with Dr Ramos-Horta, describing the country as youthful, filled with energy and promise.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn my arrival yesterday, I was struck by the dynamism of the young people of Timor-Leste,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe drive and determination of the youths of Timor-Leste will not only propel this country to achieve its national goals, but will breathe new life into our region and make ASEAN even more vibrant.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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