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East Timor releases penal code draft

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Dili : East Timor | about 1 year ago

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East Timor Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao says the new penal code encompasses Timorese values and is an important step towards a fully democratic society. The highly anticipated draft clearly outlines the status of two controversial issues, abortion and defamation.

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East Timor releases penal code draft

News Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation | about 1 year ago

East Timor Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao says the new penal code encompasses Timorese values and is an important step towards a fully democratic society. The highly anticipated draft clearly outlines the status of two controversial issues, abortion...
TIMOR-LESTE: Boost for food security

News Source: IRIN | about 1 year ago

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E Timor President pushes for Vatican agreement

News Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation | about 1 year ago

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