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Key Facts
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Population
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1,172,390
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Area
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15,007 km2
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Official Language
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Tetum & Portuguesea
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Capital
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Dili
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Time
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(UTC+9)
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Currency
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USD
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Constitution
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Unitary semi-presidential republic
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Climate
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Temperatures in the dry season, from May to November, average 20°–33° C (68–91° F ). The weather during this season is pleasant and dry.
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Economy
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Market economy that used to depend upon exports of a few commodities such as coffee, marble, oil, and sandalwood. Timor now has revenue from offshore oil and gas reserves.
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Traveler Information
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http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g295117-i9393-East_Timor.html
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Investment Authority/Ministry of Economy
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https://www.mof.gov.tl/?lang=en
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Media Links
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http://www.guideposttimor.com/
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