Timor-Leste, Asia's youngest country, has joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as its 11th member.
According to President José Ramos-Horta, the real hard work begins now after the long-awaited accession.
The real hard work begins now.
The confirmation of Timor-Leste's accession comes at the start of ASEAN's 47th summit in Kuala Lumpur.
Regional issues, such as Myanmar's civil war and tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, are expected to be discussed.
Author's summary: Timor-Leste joins ASEAN as 11th member.