India to Open Embassy in Timor-Leste

On 2nd August, 2024, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced plans to open an embassy in Timor-Leste, strengthening the Delhi-Dili connection.

Key Points

President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Timor-Leste on August 10 as part of a six-day tour including Fiji and New Zealand.
The visit to Timor-Leste is at the invitation of President Jose Ramos-Horta.
The decision to set up the Indian embassy in Timor-Leste was announced by Prime Minister Modi in September last year.
The opening of both embassies is expected to further enhance diplomatic relations between India and Timor-Leste.
Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste, will host the new Indian embassy, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations.
The MEA highlighted the deep and historical connections India shares with Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste.
India-New Zealand relations have improved recently, and the upcoming presidential visit is anticipated to strengthen these ties.
The establishment of embassies reflects a broader effort to bolster India's presence and influence in the Indo-Pacific region.