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Ministry of State Administration

The Ministry of State Administration is the government department responsible for the design, implementation, coordination and evaluation of policy, defined and approved by the Council of Ministers, for the areas of local government, administrative decentralization, support for community organizations, promotion of local development, organization and execution of electoral and referendum processes, promotion of hygiene and urban organization and the classification and conservation of official documents with historical value.

Message from the ministry of state administration

Tomás do Rosário Cabral
Tomás do Rosário Cabral
It is with great honor that I address all citizens of Timor-Leste, as well as the general public both inside and outside the country, who follow the development of our nation with interest. The Ministry of State Administration plays a crucial role in strengthening the State, promoting effective local governance, and building robust public institutions that are closely aligned with communities and serve the common good. Through administrative decentralization, modernization of public services, and enhancement of municipal and suco-level structures, we aim to ensure an effective, transparent, and inclusive administration throughout the national territory. We are committed to increasing citizen participation, improving the quality of service delivery, and ensuring that every citizen, regardless of their location, has access to equitable development opportunities. This website serves as a communication bridge between the Ministry and its citizens, providing clear, up-to-date, and accessible information on our programs, policies, and initiatives. I invite everyone to use this platform to gain a better understanding of our work.

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Core Values

Ministry of State Administration

The Ministry of State Administration is the government department responsible for the design, implementation, coordination and evaluation of policy, defined and approved by the Council of Ministers, for the areas of local government, administrative decentralization, support for community organizations, promotion of local development, organization and execution of electoral and referendum processes, promotion of hygiene and urban organization and the classification and conservation of official documents with historical value.

Core Values

Effective Decentralization

Empowering local government and establishing true municipal autonomy.

Transparent Governance

Promote responsible and participatory administration.

Historical Preservation

Classify and archive documents of historical value.

Sustainable Development

Promote equitable and inclusive community progress.

Vision

To build a decentralized, effective, and inclusive public administration capable of bringing the State closer to communities and developing a strong local system that supports the sustainable development of Timor-Leste.

Mission

The MAE is committed to:

  • Strengthening local governments – by appointing and empowering municipal and administrative post leaders, ensuring technical support and continuous training in planning, finance, and public procurement;
  • Implementing administrative decentralization – by creating new bodies such as the Ataúro Administrative Authority and local administration services in each Suco, promoting local autonomy and institutional linkage;
  • Modernizing public service delivery – through initiatives such as the “Balkaun Úniko” (one-stop shop) and the Municipal Digital Portal, improving public access;
  • Ensuring hygiene, public order, and urban organization – by updating laws and regulations to maintain clean, safe, and orderly environments;
  • Consolidating electoral processes – including referendums, Suco elections, and the use of reliable technologies such as biometric voter registration;
  • Promoting good governance and integrity – through internal audits, inspections, and agreements with human rights entities and anti-corruption initiatives;
  • Fostering international cooperation and local development – with capacity-building programs, community infrastructure, and partnerships with the EU, Australia, Japan, and UCCLA.
  These guidelines reflect MAE’s commitment to decentralization, transparency, efficiency in public management, and institutional strengthening, fully aligned with the Government Programme and the Strategic Development Plan 2011–2030.

Ministry of State Administration

Core Values

Effective Decentralization

Empowering local government and establishing true municipal autonomy.

Transparent Governance

Promote responsible and participatory administration.

Historical Preservation

Classify and archive documents of historical value.

Sustainable Development

Promote equitable and inclusive community progress.

Valores Fundamentais

Descentralização Eficaz

Reforçar o poder local e criar autonomia municipal.

Governação Transparente

Promover administração responsável e participativa.

Preservação Histórica

Classificar e arquivar documentos de valor histórico.

Desenvolvimento Sustentável

Fomentar o progresso equitativo e inclusivo das comunidades.

Estate

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Minister of State Administration

Minister of State Administration

Tomás do Rosário Cabral

Vice-Minister of State Administration

Vice-Minister of State Administration

Jacinto Rigoberto G. de Deus

Diretor Jerál Arkivu Nasional Timor-leste

Diretor Jerál Arkivu Nasional Timor-leste

Fernando D. de Almeida e Sousa Junior

Inspetor Jerál no Auditoria

Inspetor Jerál no Auditoria

Elvino Bonaparte do Rego