East Timor's president-elect says ASEAN membership a top priority

Ramos-Horta won Tuesday's presidential election with 62% of the vote

20220421 Jose Ramos-Horta speaks during his victory declaration

Jose Ramos-Horta declares victory in East Timor's presidential election in Dili on April 21. © Reuters

AMBER WOORTMAN and DUNCAN MCCARGO, Contributing writers

DILI/COPENHAGEN -- Following a decisive victory in East Timor's presidential election, Jose Ramos-Horta has signaled determination to make good on ambitious plans to rescue the country's ailing economy and restore political stability.

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