Kircher Library Geography

"On August 30, Timor-Leste will celebrate the referendum that gave it independence from Indonesia. For the people of this small island, it has been a long battle - one that continues today. "

Episode of Four Corner - Chris Masters captured first-hand accounts of the wave of violence unleashed following Timor Leste's vote for independence in 1999.

History of East Timor including political conflict with Indonesia and internal political crisis.

The first section of this article outlines the causes and impacts of the conflict between East Timor and Indonesia. It also highlights other key players and their involvement/perspective.

Includes historical information and resources on the East Timor's conflict with Indonesia.

Focuses on Australia's involvement in peacekeeping during East Timor's independence.

List of resource on Australia's role in East Timor

This website provides links to various resources on the East Timor and Indonesia conflict.

Please note for EBSCO articles you will need to access EBSCO via the Kircher Canvas course (Research page) prior to clicking this link. The article discusses the author's view on the disputed South China Sea. He explains why the Chinese government is claiming the sea and why the dispute is escalating between China and neighboring countries like Philippines, Vietnam and Malaysia. The author outlines the diplomatic initiatives to resolve, or at least moderate the tension. He also explores the role of the disputed South China Sea in the growing China-U.S. rivalry.