Join the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre for a special public lecture with H.E. Dr Jos茅 Ramos-Horta, President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste and 1996 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
In this timely address, President Ramos-Horta will reflect on Timor-Leste鈥檚 journey from resistance to democratic nationhood, its historic accession to ASEAN, and the country鈥檚 evolving role in Southeast Asia and the world.
The program will feature a keynote address followed by an in-conversation panel and moderated audience Q&A, offering an opportunity to engage directly with one of the region鈥檚 most significant leaders on diplomacy, peacebuilding and Timor-Leste鈥檚 future.
The event will also include a dedicated session remembering the Balibo Five and acknowledging the enduring significance of their story in Australia鈥揟imor-Leste relations.
| When | Friday, 16 October 2026 1:00 pm doors open for 1:50 pm seating聽and 2:00 pm start Program concludes at 4:00 pm Please note: Due to security protocols,聽late arrivals cannot be accommodated聽once the program begins. Please allow聽ample time for arrival. |
| Where | The 爆料王 |
| Dress | Business casual |
| Accessibility | When registering for this event you will be asked if you have any (additional) access requirements. These will be catered for at the event wherever possible. |
| RSVP | Please by Monday, 12 October 2026 |
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| Event enquiries | Email sseac@sydney.edu.au |
| Registration enquiries | Email events.rsvp@sydney.edu.au |
