Secretary-General Says Second Round of Presidential Election in Timor-Leste

 

Reflects Timorese’ Commitment to Stability, Democracy, National Unity

 

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General congratulates the people of Timor-Leste for the successful conduct of the second round of the presidential election on 16 April.

The peaceful and orderly manner in which the people of Timor-Leste exercised their right to vote reflects once again their commitment to stability, democracy and national unity.

The Secretary-General reiterates the continued commitment of the United Nations to supporting the forthcoming parliamentary election in July.

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