On March 10, 2025, Timor-Leste’s National Parliament approved a resolution to establish a Parliamentary Commission to support Western Sahara, comprised of representatives from all political parties. The Saharawi Ambassador praised this decision as a strong commitment to the Saharawi people’s right to self-determination. The previous commission also took part in international solidarity efforts in 2022.
On March 10, 2025, Timor-Leste’s National Parliament ratified a resolution to establish a Parliamentary Commission dedicated to supporting the cause of Western Sahara. This initiative demonstrates Timor-Leste’s ongoing solidarity with the Saharawi people in their pursuit of self-determination and independence.
The newly formed Parliamentary Commission for Western Sahara comprises representatives from all political parties within the Timorese Parliament. Specifically, it includes three members from the National Congress for Timorese Reconstruction Party (CNRT), two members from the Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor (FRETILIN), and one each from the Democratic Party (PD), People’s Liberation Party (PLP), and KUNTO Party.
Mr. Malainin Abba, the Saharawi Republic (SADR) Ambassador to Timor-Leste, emphasized the significance of this resolution, stating, “The Timorese National Parliament approval yesterday of a resolution to create a Parliamentary Commission to accompany the issue of Western Sahara is a great Solidarity stand and a real Commitment from the Parliament, the Political Parties represented in National Parliament, and the Timorese people at large towards the Struggle of the Saharawi people to exercise their right to free Self-determination, Independence and full Sovereignty over the Saharawi Republic (SADR).”
Additionally, it is noteworthy that a previous Commission for Western Sahara from Timor-Leste’s Parliament participated in the 46th European Conference of Support and Solidarity with Saharawi People (EUCOCO) held in Berlin, Germany, in December 2022. This continued engagement underscores Timor-Leste’s commitment to supporting the Saharawi cause through collaboration with international partners.
Timor-Leste’s National Parliament has reaffirmed its commitment to the Saharawi people’s quest for self-determination by establishing a Parliamentary Commission for Western Sahara. This commission, composed of representatives from all political parties in the Parliament, highlights the solidarity and support of the Timorese people with the Saharawi struggle. Furthermore, the previous participation of Timor-Leste in international conferences demonstrates a proactive approach toward advocating human rights and independence for the Saharawi people.
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