Ambassador Viegas participates in AETJ Webinar on Timorese Academic Exchange
Tokyo, 16 June 2026 — Her Excellency Ambassador Viegas participated in the June online webinar organised by the Asosiasaun Estudante Timoroan iha Japaun (AETJ), the Association of Timorese Students in Japan, themed "Timorese Academic Exchange: Thesis Sharing on Research, Innovation and Development."
The webinar brought together Timorese students based in Japan to share their academic research and theses covering a range of themes relevant to Timor-Leste's development. Participants explored topics spanning research, innovation, and national development, fostering academic dialogue among the Timorese student community abroad.
Ambassador Viegas delivered both the welcome and closing remarks at the event, with particular focus on students who are completing their studies in Japan and will be returning to Timor-Leste in the near future.
We extend our deepest congratulations to all the students, and wish you safe travels for your upcoming journey home.