UN established UN Transitional Administration in East Timor for Timorese independence after referendum violence.

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Following the violence that engulfed Timor-Leste in the aftermath of the independence referendum, the United Nations Security Council established the United Nations Transitional Administration in Timor-Leste (UNTAET). This decision aimed to restore peace and stability to the region after years of conflict. Under the UNTAET mandate, a transitional administration was put in place to oversee the governance of Timor-Leste, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid, and support the country in its path towards independence. The mission also included tasks such as rebuilding infrastructure, promoting human rights, and establishing institutions for the fledgling nation. The impact of the UNTAET mission was significant, as it provided the necessary support and guidance for Timor-Leste to transition from a territory marked by violence and instability to an independent and sovereign nation. The presence of the UN mission helped pave the way for the country to rebuild, heal, and establish the foundations of a democratic society. The establishment of UNTAET marked a crucial moment in Timor-Leste's history, setting the stage for the country's eventual independence and laying the groundwork for its development as a peaceful and stable nation. #UNTAET #TimorLeste #UnitedNations #Peacebuilding
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