Timor-Leste

The US-ASEAN Business Council is the leading advocacy organization representing American companies doing business in Southeast Asia. It works to strengthen economic ties between the United States and the region by promoting trade, investment, and strong public-private partnerships.

The US-ASEAN Business Council engages with Timor-Leste to support deeper economic cooperation and promote opportunities for trade and investment. The Council helps foster dialogue between US companies and Timorese stakeholders, supporting Timor-Leste’s growing integration into the regional and global economy.

The Council supports American companies by providing market insights, policy updates, and engagement opportunities with key government and private sector leaders in Timor-Leste. It also facilitates introductions, supports business missions and meetings, and advocates for policies that improve the business environment.

Timor-Leste offers growing opportunities in sectors such as infrastructure development, energy, telecommunications, agriculture, tourism, healthcare, and capacity-building services. As the country continues to develop and expand its economic partnerships, there is increasing potential for long-term investment and collaboration.

The Council promotes sustainable engagement by encouraging transparent, rules-based trade and investment policies and supporting partnerships that contribute to inclusive economic growth. It works to strengthen cooperation between the US private sector and Timor-Leste’s public and private stakeholders to support long-term development goals.