this does not mean it is not concerned with waste, corruption or nepotism. What the government reflects is firstly the 'will of the (majority of the) people' expressed at the recent election -- thus leaving one to wonder who the "us in civil society" mentioned by Akara in fact refers to. It seems to be the same civil society that these global institutions have enlisted as part of its drive to commodify life throughout the planet. These political concerns also reflect the long standing practice of Xanana Gusmao to be as inclusive as possible, whether in resistance, transition or government. This is good politics and it is good politics that Timor needs along with the stability that the people seem to desire. One could quite as easily characterise the new government as being formed on the basis of giving its Ministers, Vice-Ministers and Secretaries of State more specialised and more focussed responsibilities -- they appear to be more defined. Importantly the creation of the portfolio of President of the Council of Ministers, to be held by the former State Secretary Agio Pereira, and the appointment of Avelino Coelho as State Secretary for the Council of Ministers suggests that Prime Minister Gusmao is alive to the importance of his Ministry's performance and the need to keep Ministers accountable. Giving these portfolios to two experienced and competent politicians can only be a sign of the increased focus upon what the NGO's call for: 'good governance'. This internal check on ministerial power combined