President Ramos-Horta Receives Myanmar Human Rights Delegation to Discuss Regional Justice and Accountability

The President of the Republic, J. Ramos-Horta, received a delegation from the Chin Human Rights Organization today at the Nicolau Lobato Presidential Palace for an extensive meeting dedicated to analyzing the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Myanmar and promoting justice and accountability at the regional level.

During the meeting, the delegation briefed the Head of State on the systematic abuses and the so-called “reign of terror” perpetrated by the Myanmar military junta against the civilian population. Both parties also reflected on their shared history of struggle for self-determination, underscoring the deep bonds of solidarity between Timor-Leste and Myanmar in the defense of democracy, freedom, and human dignity.

The meeting further addressed the legal proceedings recently initiated in Dili against several members of the Myanmar armed forces accused of alleged crimes against humanity. President Ramos-Horta and the organization’s representatives reaffirmed the fundamental importance of an independent judicial system, agreeing that judicial processes must follow their normal course, free from any political interference.

In this context, the delegation highlighted the role of international bodies, such as the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), in providing verified evidence to support the Timorese judicial system, ensuring a rigorous, transparent, and fair process.

The meeting concluded with the delegation praising Timor-Leste as the “moral voice of ASEAN,” highlighting the country’s successful transition to democracy as a source of hope and inspiration for the region. For his part, the President of the Republic expressed his gratitude for the trust shown and reiterated Timor-Leste’s firm commitment to regional stability, the rule of law, and the protection of universal human rights.

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