East Timor faces uphill task to cut oil dependence and create jobs

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East Timor, Southeast Asia's youngest nation and one of its poorest, relies heavily on an oil fund to support the economy. The country's leaders tell Nikkei Asia of plans to develop other sectors. (Photo by Dimas Ardian)

ISMI DAMAYANTI

DILI -- Tibar beach in Dili, the capital of East Timor, boasts a striking sunset view, but remains largely empty -- except for some Chinese and local tourists.

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