Timorese Scorecard
Country profile
Timor-Leste (East Timor) is a Southeast Asian nation on the island of Timor, characterized by rugged mountains, tropical landscapes, and a resilient spirit shaped by a recent struggle for independence. It has a population of 1.4 million, a population growth rate of 1.09%, and a median age of 20.97 years.
Its history includes Portuguese colonial influence followed by Indonesian occupation, which have together contributed to its unique cultural and linguistic heritage.
Today, Timor-Leste is focused on nation-building, economic development, and preserving its traditional customs and community bonds in a rapidly changing world.
Its capital city is Dili.
How does Timor-Leste compare to other countries?
Timor-Leste
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CanadaEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in Timor-Leste worsened by 16.1% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Timor-Leste improved by 12.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate in Timor-Leste worsened by 5.4% from 2023 to 2024
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Inflation Rate in Timor-Leste improved by 75.5% from 2023 to 2024
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Income Inequality in Timor-Leste worsened by 3.2% from 2007 to 2014
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in Timor-Leste improved by 0.5% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in Timor-Leste improved by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Timor-Leste worsened by 11.2% from 2020 to 2021
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Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Timor-Leste worsened by 64.0% from 2021 to 2022
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception in Timor-Leste improved by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in Timor-Leste improved by 14.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Homicide Rate in Timor-Leste worsened by 13.4% from 2010 to 2015
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Government Effectiveness in Timor-Leste worsened by 9.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in Timor-Leste improved by 5.2% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in Timor-Leste worsened by 11.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita in Timor-Leste improved by 2.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Timor-Leste improved by 1.2% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption in Timor-Leste worsened by 5.8% from 2021 to 2022