Politicisation, Professionalism and Meritocracy: Reform Timor-Leste’s Security Institutions to Promote Peace, Stability and DevelopmentPoliticisation, Professionalism and Meritocracy: Reform Timor-Leste’s Security Institutions to Promote Peace, Stability and Development


Photo: PNTL 2026 Fundasaun Mahein (FM) has consistently argued that Timor-Leste’s long-term peace, stability and development depend on the professionalism and integrity of its security institutions. Recent incidents indicate that READ MOREREAD MORE

Women’s Role in Community Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding in Timor-LesteWomen’s Role in Community Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding in Timor-Leste


Photo: Fundasaun Mahein – Women working in the fields in Maliana Municipality (07 February 2026) The following report examines the role of women in community-level conflict resolution and peacebuilding in READ MOREREAD MORE

Parseria Foun ba Era Foun: Sovereignty, Security and Strategy in a Changing WorldParseria Foun ba Era Foun: Sovereignty, Security and Strategy in a Changing World


Photo: Australian PM’s Office Introduction On 28 January 2026, the governments of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste and Australia signed the Parseria Foun ba Era Foun (“New Partnership for a READ MOREREAD MORE

From Best Practice to Best Fit: Reform the RDTL Constitution to Secure Political Stability, Strengthen Governance and Accelerate DevelopmentFrom Best Practice to Best Fit: Reform the RDTL Constitution to Secure Political Stability, Strengthen Governance and Accelerate Development


Picture: RDTL Fundasaun Mahein (FM) presents the following article to contribute to the ongoing national debate on constitutional reform and the future direction of Timor-Leste’s political system. This discussion follows READ MOREREAD MORE