UN General Assembly
2006

We also commend the European Union and its Commission President, Mr. Durão Barroso, for its continuing support for developing countries, including Timor-Leste. As a least developed country and a member of the Group of 77 and China, we share the common view that the allocation of 0.7 per cent of the gross domestic product of developed countries to official development assistance is crucial, not only for development in the South, but also so as to maintain stability, peace and progress in the world. We would also like to welcome the recent initiative of Brazil and France to tax air travel in order to provide additional funds for financing development. In conclusion, I would like to say a few words in our national language, Tetum. (spoke in Tetum; English text provided by the delegation) We would like to reiterate our thanks to all of you, your peoples and your Governments for your support during the crisis. I pray to God to continue to protect you, your Governments and your peoples.