Dili, March 19 (AseanAll)  — On March 19, 2026, The President of the Republic of Timor-Leste, J. Ramos-Horta welcomed Martin de Boer, Head of the Regional Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) for Indonesia and Timor-Leste, along with representatives from the Cruz Vermelha de Timor-Leste (CVTL). 

The ICRC delegation expressed their great honor in meeting with the Head of State, utilizing the opportunity to draw upon his vast experience in global diplomacy and to discuss the current domestic development in Timor-Leste.

The high-level dialogue primarily focused on the application of International Humanitarian Law and the continued strengthening of CVTL’s humanitarian initiatives across the nation. The meeting provided a vital platform to align international humanitarian efforts with the overarching vision of the Presidency, ensuring robust support and cooperation for ongoing humanitarian missions.

Addressing the delegation, Ramos-Horta delivered a profound assessment of the current global climate, observing that the world is currently facing “more disorder than order.” In light of these global geopolitical challenges, the President strongly emphasized that strict adherence to general international law and International Humanitarian Law is more crucial than ever, urging the continued global promotion of these essential frameworks to safeguard human dignity.