INTERVIEW | The Dili International Marathon is back, and East Timor’s newly elected president Jose Ramos-Horta is excited at its revival and the general spirit in his country.

He told Malaysiakini in an exclusive interview, he views the resurrection of the marathon after a two-year dormant period due to the Covid-19 pandemic as a crucial step as East Timor pursues further integration with its neighbours, particularly full members of Asean.

He told Malaysiakini in an exclusive interview, he views the resurrection of the marathon after a two-year dormant period due to the Covid-19 pandemic as a crucial step for East Timor to pursue further integration with its neighbours, particularly full members of Asean.

“This is like starting again, starting anew after...