Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste Quick Facts…

Official NameDemocratic Republic of Timor-Leste
Common NameTimor-Leste – /ˌti.moɹ ˈlɛs.teɪ/ – (aka: East Timor)
NationalityTimorese – noun, Timorese – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 2002 (from Indonesia); 1975 from Portugal
Administrative Divisions12 municipalities and 1 special administrative region
Total Population1.5 million (#156) with 32.5% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasDili (capital city)
Major LanguagesTetum (official), Ramelaic, Papuan languages, Fabronic, Portuguese (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access39% of total population
CurrencyUS Dollars (USD)
Real GDP (PPP)$5.3 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$3,900 (#181) – 2022 estimate
Total Area14,874 sq km / 9,242 sq mi (#159) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Southeastern Asia
Bordering CountriesIndonesia
Bordering Water BodiesBanda Sea, Timor Sea

National Anthem: “Patria (Fatherland)”