Inclusive Growth through Better Governance and Partnerships

Growth in the Asia and Pacific region is strong, but growth alone is not enough for the region to succeed in an era of global change, ADB's President said in his annual address to the Board of Governors. Read More

Governors' Seminar: How Can Asia Respond to the Global Economic Crisis

A global slowdown can have spillover effects on Asia's economies. How can the region rebalance, diversify and ensure everyone benefits from the boom? Read More

Pacific Growth to Moderate: ADB Report

Economic growth in the Pacific region is expected to slow to 6.0% in 2012, decelerating further to 4.1% in 2013, says the Asian Development Outlook 2012 report. Read More

Developing Asia Growth Subdued but Steady - ADB Report

Weak global demand will weigh on developing Asia in 2012, but growth rates in most economies remain robust and should rise in 2013, says the Asian Development Outlook 2012 report. Read More

Overview

Timor-Leste has initiated a new development phase—funded by offshore petroleum revenue—that is pursuing a high rate of sustainable economic growth through the conversion of petroleum wealth into human and physical capital.

In 2011–2015, ADB will help the government achieve this fast tracking of development by supporting the upgrade of the country's infrastructure and complementary initiatives.

Fast Facts

1.09 (2011)
Population in millions

2.4% (2009-2011)
Annual population growth rate

41.1% (2009)
Population living below the national poverty line