Can journalists travel to Timor-Leste? The simple answer is that yes they can as the country has string democratic institutions, as well as an extremely free press. What is slightly harder for journalist travel to the country is based around logistics, lnaguyeg and meeting people.
To read about journalist travel to North Korea click here.
Logistical problems in Timor-Leste
Despite the riches of Timor-Leste the country remains extremely underdeveloped. As well as lacking in infrastructure. This makes even simply things like hiring a car and driver almost impossible without connections.
A second problem is a lack of trained tour guides, or even people with proficient English. Yet while the country is lacking in both these areas, they are services that we at YPDR can offer for journalists traveling to Timor-Leste.
Can you speak with members of government in Timor-Leste?
With Timor-Leste being a relatively small country, there are just 1.3 million people here, it largely makes speaking to government members the like more approachable than in other countries.
YPDR have many connections with members of government as well as the diplomatic corp of the country. Due to this we can both help with introductions and indeed in arranging meetings when you are in the country.
To read my interview with President Horta click here.
Doing business in Timor-Leste
Often described as a frontier market, Timor-Leste has seen huge economic growth since its independence. It is thigh still lacking in a number of areas and thus open to foreign direct investment (FDI).
YPDR can arrange not only your travel to Timor-Leste, but also advise on who you should be talking to when you do business here.
For more information, or a report on doing business in Timor-Leste please get in touch with us.
