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The 2026 Dili International Marathon will held on the 8th of August. The National Selection event will be conducted on the 9th of May.

There will be four great events to participate in on the day - a 3km fun run, a 10km, 1/2 marathon (21km) and the full marathon itself (42km). If you're not running then come and support!

Photos from Dili Marathon's post 22/05/2026

One week to go until the runner briefing at wander brewery brew hall- Friday the 29th 5-6 pm at 1807 Dean Avenue, Bellingham!

Come down to find out about Timor-Leste, the 2026 Dili International Marathon (which will be later this year on August 8th) and see who will end up winning some delicious Timorese arabica coffee, free registrations and assistance with flights and visa entering Timor-Leste.

www.dilimarathon.tl

Photos from Dili Marathon's post 17/05/2026

The 2026 Dili Marathon International Marathon has arrived in the United States - with a runner briefing to be held on the 29 th of May at the Wander Brewhall, Bellingham, Washington State, beginning at 5pm and ending 6pm. Along the way there will be important meetings with representatives of state, local radio spots, locally based long distance runners introductions and much more! Many thanks to the Bellingham Rotary Club for welcoming Sean Borrell to present Timor-Leste and the Presidents initiatives this year!

www.dilimarathon.tl

17/05/2026
Photos from Presidência da República Democrática de Timor-Leste's post 09/05/2026

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ATLETA DILI 2026 PREPARA BA TREINAMENTU ELITE “KUARENTENA” ENKUANTU KAMPEAUN HUSI GLENO DOMINA SELESAUN NASIONÁL

Dili, Timor-Leste — 9 Maiu 2026

Époka Maratona Internasionál Dili (DIM) 2026 komesa dadeer ne’e ho Meia-Maratona Selesaun Nasionál, ne’ebé hala’o iha rute kosta (tasi-ibun) foun ne’ebé simu ona sertifikasaun internasionál. Eventu ne’e kumesa ofisialmente husi Xefe Casa Civil Prezidénsia Repúblika, Henriqueta Maria da Silva, akompaña husi Sekretáriu Estadu Floresta no Diretor Nasionál husi Ministériu Juventude, Desportu, Arte no Kultura.

Inísiu kmanek ida-ne’e marka mudansa profisionál ba desportu Timor-Leste nian, uza teknolojia avansada kronometrajen eletrónika RFID hodi garante standar kompetitivu mundiál ba atleta elite na’in 200 resin.

Atleta sira husi foho Gleno (Ermera) domina kompetisaun ida-ne’e, hodi manán fatin dahuluk iha kategoria mane no feto. Iha korrida mane nian, Jaqueo de Deus iha pozisaun primeiru, tuir kedas husi atleta olímpiku Felisberto de Deus, enkuantu Angela F. de F. Araujo lidera iha kategoria feto ho rezultadu ne’ebé di’ak. Dezempeñu elite sira-ne’e prova duni Prezidénsia nia vizaun estratéjika atu aproveita Timor-Leste nia jeografia foho nian ne’ebé úniku hodi dezenvolve atleta nivel mundiál ne’ebé kbiit ona atu kompete iha palku internasionál.

Iha serimónia mangu, Prezidente Repúblika, J. Ramos-Horta, fó parabéns pesoál ba manán-na’in sira no anunsia planu treinamientu kmanek nian. Atleta na’in 10 ne’ebé di’ak liu husi kategoria ida-ida, hamutuk ho rezerva na’in rua ba mane no feto (atleta 24 hamutuk), sei haruka ba "kuarentena" residensiál iha Sentru Treinamientu Gleno. Kampu treinamientu intensivu ne’e dezeña hodi banati-tuir modelu treinamientu husi poténsia mundiál sira hanesan Kénia no Etiópia, hodi garante katak atleta sira ne’ebé hili ona ne’e bele to’o iha sira-nia potensiál fizio-lójiku ne’ebé aas liu antes hasoru kompetisaun internasionál iha maratona prinsipál iha fulan-agostu oin mai.

Aleinde korrida, eventu ne’e mós foti tema DIM 2026 nian, "Hadomi ita-nia ai-laran no ita-nia balada fuik", mensajen ida ne’ebé sai forte liután ho kooperasaun husi autoridade desportu no floresta nian. Kampaña nasionál ne’e integra konservasaun ambientál ho kmanek desportivu enkuantu rain prepara aan atu simu partisipante na’in 7.000 resin ba Maratona Internasionál Dili ne’ebé sei hala’o iha loron 8 fulan-agostu 2026.

SELESAUN NASIONÁL: REZULTADU OFISIÁL TOP 10

KATEGORIA MANE:
1. Jaqueo de Deus (Gleno) — 01:12:02
2. Felisberto de Deus (Gleno) — 01:12:28
3. Joanito Fernandes (Hera) — 01:16:01
4. Victorino Martins da Costa (Ailok-Laran) — 01:16:20
5. Estaqui Fernandes Carlos (Quintal-Boot) — 01:18:42
6. Rogerio Mau Buti D.S. do Rego (Kintal-Bo'ot) — 01:18:57
7. Paskoal de Deus (Gleno) — 01:20:00
8. Nicolau Borges da Silva (Maubara) — 01:21:27
9. Cornelio Martins da Cruz (Manleuana) — 01:21:48
10. Rosalino Ximenes (Gleno) — 01:22:24

KATEGORIA FETO:
1. Angela F. de F. Araujo (Gleno) — 01:32:32
2. Abita de Jesus (Gleno) — 01:32:38
3. Joan Pasia (Delta 1) — 01:39:43
4. Ligia Fraga Correia (Gleno) — 01:40:44
5. Juvita Soares (Becora) — 01:45:49
6. Sandra Salsinha (Gleno) — 01:54:25
7. Rubia Fatima Martins (Beto) — 02:11:28
8. Catarina Barbosa (Fatuhada) — 02:11:59
9. Lola Gonçalves Gama (Mascarinhas) — 02:17:35
10. Mariana Gusmão Martins (Moris-Foun) — 02:20:38

Nota: Atleta na’in 10 ne’ebé di’ak liu no rezerva na’in 2 husi kategoria ida-ida sei muda ba Sentru Treinamientu Gleno hodi hala’o preparasaun intensiva ba Maratona Prinsipál 8 Agostu nian.

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GLENO CHAMPIONS DOMINATE NATIONAL SELECTION AS DIM 2026 ATHLETES PREPARE FOR ELITE "QUARANTINE" TRAINING

Dili, Timor-Leste — May 9, 2026

The 2026 Dili International Marathon (DIM) season starts this morning with the National Selection Half-Marathon, held on a newly certified coastal route. The event was formally opened by the Chief of Staff to the President, Henriqueta Maria da Silva, accompanied by the Secretary of State for Forestry and the National Director from the Ministry of Youth, Sport, Art, and Culture. This high-profile start marked a professional turning point for Timorese athletics, utilizing advanced RFID electronic timing to ensure world-class competitive standards for over 200 elite runners.

Athletes from the high-altitude region of Gleno (Ermera) dominated the competition, securing the top spots in both the male and female categories. In the men’s race, Jaqueo de Deus took first place, followed closely by Olympian Felisberto de Deus, while Angela F. de F. Araujo led the women’s field with a spectacular finish. These elite performances validate the Presidency’s strategic vision to leverage Timor-Leste’s unique mountainous geography to develop world-class athletes capable of competing on the global stage.

At the closing ceremony, President of the Republic J. Ramos-Horta personally congratulated the winners and announced a rigorous high-performance plan. The Top 10 finishers from each category, plus two reserves for each gender (24 athletes in total), will be sent to a residential "quarantine" at the Gleno Training Centre. This intensive camp is designed to replicate the successful training models of global powerhouses like Kenya and Ethiopia, ensuring that these selected athletes reach their peak physiological potential before facing international competition in the main marathon this August.

Beyond the race, the event successfully championed the 2026 theme, "Love our forests and wildlife," a message reinforced by the collaboration between sports and forestry officials. This national campaign integrates environmental conservation with athletic excellence as the country prepares to welcome over 7,000 participants for the main Dili International Marathon on August 8, 2026.

NATIONAL SELECTION: OFFICIAL TOP 10 RESULTS

MALE CATEGORY:
1. Jaqueo de Deus (Gleno) — 01:12:02
2. Felisberto de Deus (Gleno) — 01:12:28
3. Joanito Fernandes (Hera) — 01:16:01
4. Victorino Martins da Costa (Ailok-Laran) — 01:16:20
5. Estaqui Fernandes Carlos (Quintal-Boot) — 01:18:42
6. Rogerio Mau Buti D.S. do Rego (Kintal-Bo'ot) — 01:18:57
7. Paskoal de Deus (Gleno) — 01:20:00
8. Nicolau Borges da Silva (Maubara) — 01:21:27
9. Cornelio Martins da Cruz (Manleuana) — 01:21:48
10. Rosalino Ximenes (Gleno) — 01:22:24

FEMALE CATEGORY:
1. Angela F. de F. Araujo (Gleno) — 01:32:32
2. Abita de Jesus (Gleno) — 01:32:38
3. Joan Pasia (Delta 1) — 01:39:43
4. Ligia Fraga Correia (Gleno) — 01:40:44
5. Juvita Soares (Becora) — 01:45:49
6. Sandra Salsinha (Gleno) — 01:54:25
7. Rubia Fatima Martins (Beto) — 02:11:28
8. Catarina Barbosa (Fatuhada) — 02:11:59
9. Lola Gonçalves Gama (Mascarinhas) — 02:17:35
10. Mariana Gusmão Martins (Moris-Foun) — 02:20:38

Note: The Top 10 finishers and 2 reserves from each category will move to the Gleno Training Centre for intensive preparation for the August 8th Main Marathon.

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08/05/2026

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TIMOR-LESTE LANSA EVENTU BOOT TOLU BA TINAN 2026

Dili, Timor-Leste | 8 Maiu 2026

Prezidénsia Repúblika iha kolaborasaun ho IX Governu Konstitusionál, ohin lansa ofisialmente eventu estratéjiku tolu ba tinan 2026: Maratona Internasionál Díli, Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu no “Natal do Povo.” Lansamentu ne’e hala’o iha Palásiu Prezidensiál Nicolau Lobato.

Inisiativa sira-ne’e refleta vizaun estratéjiku nasaun nian hodi hametin envolvimentu internasionál, promove dezenvolvimentu inkluzivu, no konsolida unidade nasionál.

Lansamentu ne’e marka inísiu husi esforsu nasionál ne’ebé koordenadu hodi koloka Timor-Leste nu’udar plataforma ba kolaborasaun globál, inovasaun, no interkámbiu kulturál.

Prezidénsia Repúblika no IX Governu Konstitusionál konvida parseiru internasionál sira, patrosinadór sira, no parte interesada sira seluk atu partisipa no fó apoiu ba eventu estratéjiku tolu ba tinan 2026.

Inisiativa sira-ne’e oferese oportunidade úniku ida atu kolabora ho nasaun ida ne’ebé dezenvolve lalais, kontribui ba prioridade nasionál sira ho impaktu boot, no partisipa iha tinan ida-ne'ebé ho vizibilidade no kooperasaun internasionál.

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TIMOR-LESTE LAUNCHES THREE MAJOR EVENTS FOR 2026

Dili, Timor-Leste | May 8, 2026

The Presidency of the Republic, in collaboration with the IX Constitutional Government, today officially launched three strategic events for 2026: the Dili International Marathon, the Science Summit for Development and “Natal do Povo” (Christmas with the people). The launch took place at the Nicolau Lobato Presidential Palace.

These initiatives reflect the nation's strategic vision of strengthening international engagement, promoting inclusive development, and consolidating national unity.

The launch marks the beginning of a coordinated national effort to position Timor-Leste as a platform for global collaboration, innovation, and cultural exchange.

The Presidency of the Republic and the IX Constitutional Government invite international partners, sponsors, and other stakeholders to participate and support these three strategic events for 2026.

These initiatives offer a unique opportunity to collaborate with a rapidly developing country, contribute to high-impact national priorities, and participate in a year of international visibility and cooperation.

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Photos from Presidência da República Democrática de Timor-Leste's post 08/05/2026

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KOMUNIKADU IMPRENSA - TIMOR-LESTE LANSA EVENTU BOOT TOLU BA TINAN 2026

Dili, Timor-Leste | 8 Maiu 2026

Prezidénsia Repúblika iha kolaborasaun ho IX Governu Konstitusionál, ohin lansa ofisialmente eventu estratéjiku tolu ba tinan 2026: Maratona Internasionál Díli, Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu no “Natal do Povo.” Lansamentu ne’e hala’o iha Palásiu Prezidensiál Nicolau Lobato.

Inisiativa sira-ne’e refleta vizaun estratéjiku nasaun nian hodi hametin envolvimentu internasionál, promove dezenvolvimentu inkluzivu, no konsolida unidade nasionál.

Lansamentu ne’e marka inísiu husi esforsu nasionál ne’ebé koordenadu hodi koloka Timor-Leste nu’udar plataforma ba kolaborasaun globál, inovasaun, no interkámbiu kulturál.

Maratona Internasionál Dili 2026

Harii iha tinan 2010 ho patrosíniu husi Prezidente J. Ramos-Horta, Maratona Internasionál Dili, promove saúde, bem-estar, no turizmu hodi halibur partisipante lokál no internasionál sira iha selebrasaun desportu no reziliénsia.

Maratona 2026, ho tema "Hadomi Ita-nia Ai-laran no Balada Fuik sira", sei hala'o iha loron 8 fulan-agostu tinan 2026, no hein katak sei atrai partisipante liu 7,000, inklui atleta internasionál sira, korredór amadór sira, no membru komunidade sira iha kategoria korrida oioin.

Hanesan eventu desportivu prinsipál ida iha nasaun, Maratona ne'e promove turizmu, vizibilidade internasionál, no envolvimentu komunidade nian, no mós promove konsiensia ambiental no prátika sustentável.

Programa ne’e hahú ho Korrida Selesaun Nasionál iha loron 9 fulan-maiu tinan 2026, iha Dili, hodi atrai partisipasaun públiku dezde inisiu. Jantar Gala ida ho patrosinadór no parseiru sira sei hala'o iha loron 7 fulan-agostu tinan 2026, iha Palásiu Nobre Lahane, hodi fó oportunidade ida atu hametin parseria sira no rekoñese kontribuisaun sira.

Komplementa Maratona, DIM EXPO 2026 sei hala'o iha loron 6 to'o loron 8 fulan Agostu tinan 2026, iha Palásiu Prezidensiál Nicolau Lobato. Festivál kulturál no ambientál loron-tolu ne’e expande eventu ne’e ba selebrasaun nasionál loron barak, kombina desportu ho kultura, partisipasaun juventude, no sustentabilidade. Expo sei destaka identidade Timor-oan nian, promove inisiativa ekonomia verde, no envolve parseiru rejionál no internasionál sira iha área sira hanesan konservasaun biodiversidade, inovasaun, no interkámbiu kulturál.

Atu hetan informasaun liután kona-ba Maratona Internasionál Dili 2026, vizita sítiu ofisiál iha www.dilimarathon.tl

Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu 2026

Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu 2026 sei hala’o iha loron 24–25 Agostu 2026, iha Dili Convention Center, reunidu liu 25 laureadu Prémiu Nobel, hamutuk ho siensista sira, polítiku sira, no inovador sira ne’ebé koñesidu iha mundu.

Simeira ne’e sei sai hanesan plataforma altu nivel aas ba diálogu kona-ba siénsia, teknolojia, no inovasaun iha servisu dezenvolvimentu sustentável, hodi koloka Timor-Leste nu’udar sentru emerjente ida ba interkámbiu koñesimentu globál.

Jantar Gala ba laureadu sira no bainaka espesiál sira sei hala'o iha loron 23 fulan-Agostu tinan 2026, iha Palásiu Nobre Lahane, hodi oferese oportunidade ida ba interasaun altu nivel no envolvimentu diplomátiku.

Expo Siénsia no Teknolojia sei hala’o paralelu ho Simeira, hodi fornese plataforma ida ba akadémiku sira, estudante sira, emprezariál sira, inovadór sira no patrosinadór sira atu aprezenta peskiza, teknolojia, no solusaun sira ne’ebé relevante ba Timor-Leste nia dezenvolvimentu. Expo sei promove kolaborasaun, troka koñesimentu, no parseria entre peritu internasionál sira no parte interesada lokál sira.

Hafoin Simeira ne'e, partisipante sira sei hola parte iha vizita terrenu ne’ebé organizadu iha Timor-Leste iha loron 26 Agostu 2026, inklui programa sira ne’ebé foka ba biodiversidade no konservasaun tasi nian iha Illa Ataúro, no mós agrikultura iha foho, produsaun kafé, no meius subsisténsia rurál iha Aileu no Munisípiu Maubisse. Vizita sira ne’e ho objetivu atu liga diálogu sientífiku ba realidade lokál no prátika dezenvolvimentu sustentável.

Segmentu envolvimentu rejionál sei hala’o iha loron 27 fulan-agostu tinan 2026, inklui vizita sira ba Indonézia, hodi hametin liután kooperasaun internasionál no parseria rejionál sira.

Atu hetan informasaun liután kona-ba Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu 2026, vizita sítiu ofisiál iha www.sciencefordevelopment26-tl.com

Natal do Povo 2026

“Natal do Povo” mak selebrasaun ida-ne'ebé halibur komunidade oioin iha nasaun ho espíritu unidade no solidariedade durante tempu Natál.

“Natal do Povo” hahú ho abertura ba Espozisaun Prezépiu hodi hamoris fila fali tradisaun Natál ne’ebé apresiada iha nasaun. Espozisaun Prezépiu, tradisaun ne’ebe metin ona iha fiar sarani kristaun nian, nu’udar espresaun profunda kona-ba espiritualidade, kreatividade, no espíritu komunitáriu. Timor-Leste nian. Tuir mai, Prezidénsia fahe prezente Natál ba komunidade sira iha munisipiu laran tomak, inklui labarik, faluk, ema ho nesesidade espesiál, pasiente iha Ospitál Nasionál Guido Valadares, prizioneiru, orfanatu no komunidade sira ne’ebé kbi’it laek.

"Natal do Povo" sai nu'udar testemuña ba kompromisu Prezidénsia no Governu nian hodi promove unidade nasionál, selebra kultura Timor-Leste nian, no fahe bensaun sira Natál nian diretamente ho sidadaun sira ne'ebé sira serbí.

Eventu estratéjiku tolu ba tinan 2026 reprezenta esforsu unifikadu ida husi Prezidénsia no Governu atu hasa’e perfil internasionál Timor-Leste nian enkuantu fó benefísiu konkretu ba nia populasaun. Sira konstitui plataforma ida ba envolvimentu ho parseiru internasionál sira, misaun diplomátika sira, organizasaun dezenvolvimentu sira, no setór privadu, kontribui simultaneamente ba prioridade dezenvolvimentu nasionál sira ba tempu naruk.

“Hamutuk, Maratona Internasionál Dili, Simeira Siénsia ba Dezenvolvimentu, no Natal do Povo forma kalendáriu úniku ida ne’ebé hatudu Timor-Leste ba mundu iha selebrasaun ba pás, umanidade, desportu, no kultura. Maratona personifika ita-nia espíritu reziliénsia, unidade no protesaun ba ita-nia biodiversidade ne’ebé furak; Simeira Siénsia nian lori hanoin brillante sira mai ita-nia rain hodi fó inspirasaun ba ita-nia foin-sa'e sira, haburas inovasaun, no loke dalan ba kresimentu; no Natal do Povo reprezenta espíritu verdadeiru husi ita-nia nasaun—tempu ida atu fó, fahe, no halibur hamutuk nu'udar família ida de'it, hodi garante katak ksolok époka nian to'o ba iha ita-nia komunidade sira no moris iha ema Timor-oan sira hotu nia fuan.”— Prezidente no Laureadu Nobel ba Pás, J. Ramos-Horta.

Prezidénsia Repúblika no IX Governu Konstitusionál konvida parseiru internasionál sira, patrosinadór sira, no parte interesada sira seluk atu partisipa no fó apoiu ba eventu estratéjiku tolu ba tinan 2026. Inisiativa sira-ne’e oferese oportunidade úniku ida atu kolabora ho nasaun ida ne’ebé dezenvolve lalais, kontribui ba prioridade nasionál sira ho impaktu boot, no partisipa iha tinan ida-ne'ebé ho vizibilidade no kooperasaun internasionál.

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PRESS RELEASE - TIMOR-LESTE LAUNCHES THREE MAJOR EVENTS FOR 2026

Dili, Timor-Leste | May 8, 2026

The Presidency of the Republic, in collaboration with the IX Constitutional Government, today officially launched three strategic events for 2026: the Dili International Marathon, the Science Summit for Development and “Natal do Povo” (Christmas with the people). The launch took place at the Nicolau Lobato Presidential Palace.

These initiatives reflect the nation's strategic vision of strengthening international engagement, promoting inclusive development, and consolidating national unity.

The launch marks the beginning of a coordinated national effort to position Timor-Leste as a platform for global collaboration, innovation, and cultural exchange.

Dili International Marathon 2026

Established in 2010 under the patronage of President J. Ramos-Horta, the Dili International Marathon, promotes health, wellness, and tourism by bringing together local and international participants in a celebration of sport and resilience.

The 2026 Marathon, themed “Love Our Forests and Wildlife,” will take place on August 8, 2026, and is expected to attract more than 7,000 participants, including international athletes, amateur runners, and community members across various race categories.

As one of the country's premier sporting events, the Marathon drives tourism, international visibility, and community engagement, while simultaneously promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices.

The program begins with the National Selection Race on May 9, 2026, in Dili, generating early public engagement. A Gala Dinner with sponsors and partners will be held on August 7, 2026, in Nobre Palace Lahane, providing an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and recognize contributions.

Complementing the Marathon, the DIM EXPO 2026 will take place from August 6 to August 8, 2026, at the Nicolau Lobato Presidential Palace. This three-day cultural and environmental festival expands the event into a multi-day national celebration, combining sport with culture, youth participation, and sustainability. The Expo will highlight Timorese identity, promote green economy initiatives, and engage regional and international partners in areas such as biodiversity conservation, innovation, and cultural exchange.

For more information on the Dili International Marathon 2026, visit the official website at www.dilimarathon.tl

Science Summit for Development 2026

The Science Summit for Development 2026 will be held from August 24–25, 2026, at the Dili Convention Center, bringing together more than 25 Nobel Prize laureates, along with world-renowned scientists, policymakers, and innovators.

The Summit will serve as a high-level platform for dialogue on science, technology, and innovation in service of sustainable development, positioning Timor-Leste as an emerging hub for global knowledge exchange.

A Gala Dinner for laureates and special guests will take place on August 23, 2026, at Nobre Palace Lahane, offering an opportunity for high-level interaction and diplomatic engagement.

A Science and Technology Expo will be held alongside the Summit, providing a platform for academics, students, businesses, innovators, and sponsors to present research, technologies and solutions relevant to Timor-Leste's development. The Expo will promote collaboration, knowledge exchange, and partnerships between international experts and local stakeholders.

Following the Summit, participants will take part in organized field visits in Timor-Leste on August 26, 2026, including programs focused on marine biodiversity and conservation on Ataúro Island, as well as mountain agriculture, coffee production, and rural livelihoods in Aileu and Maubisse Municipality. These visits aim to connect scientific dialogue to local realities and sustainable development practices.

A regional engagement segment will take place on August 27, 2026, including visits to Indonesia, further strengthening international cooperation and regional partnerships.

For more information on the Science Summit for Development 2026, visit the official website at www.sciencefordevelopment26-tl.com

Natal do Povo 2026

“Natal do Povo” (Christmas with the people) is the celebration brings together the nation's diverse communities in the spirit of unity and social solidarity during the Christmas season.

Natal do Povo commenced with the opening of a Nativity Exhibition, reviving one of the nation's most treasured Christmas traditions. The Nativity Scene, deeply rooted in the Christian faith of the people, is a profound expression of Timor-Leste's spirituality, creativity, and community spirit. Following with the Presidency distributed Christmas gifts to the communities in all the municipalities, including children, widows, people with special needs, patients at Hospital Nacional Guido Valadares, detainees, and residents of orphanages and underprivileged communities.

"Natal do Povo" stands as a testament to the commitment of the Presidency and the Government to fostering national unity, celebrating Timorese culture, and sharing the blessings of Christmas directly with the citizens they serve.

These three strategic events for 2026 represent a unified effort by the Presidency and the Government to raise Timor-Leste's international profile while delivering concrete benefits to its population. They constitute a platform for engagement with international partners, diplomatic missions, development organizations, and the private sector, simultaneously contributing to long-term national development priorities.

“Together, the Dili International Marathon, the Science Summit for Development, and Natal do Povo form a unique calendar that showcases Timor-Leste to the world in a celebration of peace, humanity, sport, and culture. The Marathon embodies our spirit of resilience, unity and protection to our beautiful biodiversity; the Science Summit brings brilliant minds to our shores to inspire our youth, foster innovation, and pave the way for growth; and Natal do Povo represents the true spirit of our nation—a time of giving, sharing, and coming together as one family, ensuring the joy of the season reaches every corner of our community and lives in the hearts of all Timorese people.”— President and Nobel Peace Laureate, J. Ramos-Horta.

The Presidency of the Republic and the IX Constitutional Government invite international partners, sponsors, and other stakeholders to participate and support these three strategic events for 2026. These initiatives offer a unique opportunity to collaborate with a rapidly developing country, contribute to high-impact national priorities, and participate in a year of international visibility and cooperation.

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Photos from Dili Marathon's post 08/05/2026

All of our event partners are working hard to make this the best half marathon ever! Agredese!

Photos from Dili Marathon's post 08/05/2026

The Timing guys and the newly trained Timorese Timing crew -using globally recognized brand new equipment from Mylapse!

Timor Leste now has the right equipment to time of all its athletics events to the best standards!

07/05/2026

UPDATE:

Due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to reschedule the Runner briefing in Bellingham to at the end of the month - more details to follow soon!

Get ready Bellingham - just over a week until you can win free registration to the running adventure of a lifetime in Timor-Leste!

Photos from Presidência da República Democrática de Timor-Leste's post 07/05/2026

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DALAN BA DIM IHA AGOSTU KOMESA IHA NE’E! 🏃‍♂️💨

Prepara an, Dili! Iha sabadu dadeer loron 9 Maiu 2026, ita sei hahú époka maratona nian ho Meia-Maratona Selesaun Nasionál. Ne’e mak imi-nia oportunidade atu haree ita-nia atleta nasionál sira kompete hodi manán fatin iha eventu prinsipál!

🌊 Esperiénsia Rota FOUN: Ita sei uza ba dala uluk ita-nia ruta kosta (tasi-ibun) ne’ebé hetan ona sertifikasaun internasionál! Ruta ne’e dezenha hodi hatudu fali tasi-ibun Dili nian ne’ebé furak tebes, enkuantu sidade kontinua la’o.

⚠️ AVIZU TRÁZITU IMPORTANTE:
Atu garante seguransa ba ita-nia korredór na’in 200 resin, sei iha taka dalan husi tuku 5:00 dadeer to’o tuku 9:00 dadeer iha tasi-ibun, hahú husi Palásiu Prezidensiál to’o Dolog Oan (Estátua Cristo Rei kotuk). Favór planeia imi-nia viajen ho didi’ak no bele fó apoiu ba ita-nia atleta sira!

🌿 Tema: "Hadomi ita-nia ai-laran no ita-nia balada fuik"
Mai ita halai la’ós de’it ba linha ramata, maibé mós atu proteje Timor-Leste nia biodiversidade ne’ebé furak tebes.

📍 Rejista agora: www.dilimarathon.tl



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O CAMINHO PARA A DIM DE AGOSTO COMEÇA AQUI! 🏃‍♂️💨

Prepara-te, Díli! No sábado de manhã de 9 de maio de 2026, damos início à época da maratona com a Meia Maratona de Seleção Nacional. Esta é a tua oportunidade de ver os nossos atletas nacionais a competir por um lugar no evento principal!

🌊 Experimenta a NOVA Rota: Vamos estrear a nossa rota costeira com certificação internacional! Esta rota foi concebida para destacar a beleza deslumbrante da costa de Díli, mantendo o fluxo da cidade em movimento.

⚠️ AVISO DE TRÂNSITO IMPORTANTE:
Para garantir a segurança dos nossos mais de 200 corredores, haverá cortes de estrada das 05:00 às 09:00 ao longo da costa, desde o Palácio Presidencial até Dolog Oan (atrás da Estátua do Cristo Rei). Por favor, planeie a sua viagem com antecedência e venha apoiar os nossos atletas!

🌿 Tema: "Ame as nossas florestas e a vida selvagem"
Vamos correr não apenas pela linha de meta, mas para proteger a bela biodiversidade de Timor-Leste.

📍 Regista-te agora: www.dilimarathon.tl



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THE ROAD TO AUGUST'S DIM STARTS HERE! 🏃‍♂️💨

Get ready, Dili! On the saturday morning of May 9, 2026, we kick off the marathon season with the National Selection Half-Marathon. This is your chance to see our national athletes compete for a spot in the main event!

🌊 Experience the NEW Route: We are debuting our internationally certified coastal route! This route is designed to showcase Dili’s stunning coastline while keeping the city moving.

⚠️ IMPORTANT TRAFFIC NOTICE:
To ensure the safety of our 200+ runners, there will be road closures from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM along the coast, starting from the Presidential Palace to Dolog Oan (behind the Cristo Rei Statue). Please plan your travel accordingly and come out to support our athletes!

🌿 Theme: "Love our forests and wildlife"
Let’s run not just for the finish line, but to protect Timor-Leste’s beautiful biodiversity.

📍 Register now: www.dilimarathon.tl



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JALAN MENUJU DIM AGUSTUS DIMULAI DI SINI! 🏃‍♂️💨

Bersiaplah, Dili! Pada hari sabtu pagi, tanggal 9 Mei 2026, kita akan memulai musim maraton dengan Seleksi Nasional Half-Marathon. Inilah kesempatan Anda untuk melihat atlet nasional kita bersaing memperebutkan tempat di acara utama!

🌊 Rasakan Rute BARU: Kami memulai debut rute pesisir pantai yang telah tersertifikasi secara internasional! Rute ini dirancang untuk menampilkan keindahan pesisir pantai Dili yang menakjubkan tanpa mengganggu aktivitas kota.

⚠️ PENGUMUMAN LALU LINTAS PENTING:
Untuk menjamin keselamatan lebih dari 200 pelari kita, akan ada penutupan jalan dari pukul 05:00 hingga 09:00 di sepanjang pesisir pantai, mulai dari Istana Kepresidenan hingga ke Dolog Oan (belakang Patung Cristo Rei). Harap rencanakan perjalanan Anda dan datanglah untuk menyemangati para atlet kita!

🌿 Tema: "Cintai hutan dan satwa liar kita"
Mari berlari bukan hanya untuk mencapai garis finis, tetapi untuk melindungi keanekaragaman hayati Timor-Leste yang indah.

📍 Daftar sekarang: www.dilimarathon.tl



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