Australia steps up aid for East Timor amid China’s growing influence in the Pacific

By Su-Lin Tan

Canberra pledged A$35 million (US$23 million) for East Timor’s policing services and A$4 million to help Timorese workers integrate in Australia, as part of its commitment to boost ties in the Pacific region amid China’s growing influence.

Source: Australia steps up aid for East Timor amid China’s growing influence in the Pacific