Chronology of Events

revised on 25 April 2013

Timor-Leste

28 September 2005

The Commission of Experts (CoE) report was forwarded to the Council, who then requested recommendations from the Secretary-General. 

5 August 2005

The Commission for Truth and Friendship (CTF) officially met for the first time.

May 2005

The Commission of Experts (CoE) conducted its fact-finding mission, the Serious Crimes Unit (SCU) concluded its activities and the UN Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) was established.

December 2004

Timor-Leste and Indonesia decided to establish the joint Indonesian-Timorese Commission for Truth and Friendship (CTF).

November 2004

The Serious Crimes Unit (SCU) ceased all investigations.

May 2002

The UN Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) withdrew and Timor achieved independence. The UN Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) was established.

January 2002

The Commission on Reception, Truth and Reconciliation (CAVR) was established.

June 2000

The UN Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) established the serious crimes process.

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