The Australian Prime Minister meets UN Special Representative in Dili
Dili – 15 February, 2008 During a quick visit to Dili today, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd met briefly with Special Representative of the Secretary-General Atul Khare.
Mr. Rudd thanked the UN for its support and for the recent statement of the Secretary-General, and told the Special Representative that he was confident Australia and the UN would together help Timor-Leste succeed.
The two men also spoke about the ongoing training and mentoring of the National Police of Timor-Leste, and Mr. Khare expressed appreciation for Australia's willingness to assist with significant long-term bilateral training assistance.