Australia and East Timor to Revive Gas Project

Australia and East Timor have formed a new partnership aimed at expediting the development of the long-delayed Greater Sunrise gas project, as announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and East Timor’s Xanana Gusmao in Dili. The agreement emphasizes mutual respect, defense cooperation, and economic ties, with Australia committing to support onshore processing of gas in East Timor. Additionally, the number of Timorese workers in Australia will double to 10,000, and funding for East Timor’s development will increase to $20 million. This partnership also aims to enhance collaboration in defense, policing, and social services.

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