Contact us with any questions about finding information. On Monday, August 30, virtually all those registered to vote cast ballots in the UN-administered election to determine the status of East Timor. This was an extraordinary demonstration of the desire of the people of East Timor to have a say in their future, and also a heartening display of courage in the face of the deadly violence that has afflicted East Timor in recent weeks. To a large degree, the confidence the people of East Timor had in the process was due to the professionalism and courage of the personnel of the United Nations Mission in East Timor, who are serving with distinction in the face of significant obstacles. The UN process must now be carried through in an equally successful manner.
Reports indicate that militia activities continue.
Indonesia retains responsibility for security during this period. We look to the Government of Indonesia, in particular, to take effective action to restrain armed militia groups from terrorizing the populace and subverting the UN-administered process. Back to the East Asian and Pacific Affairs Home Page. Return to the Secretary's Home Page.