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Timor-Leste’s parliament banned lifetime pensions for officials after student protests over luxury car purchases in a poor nation.
In September 2025, Timor-Leste’s parliament unanimously approved ending lifetime pensions for current and former lawmakers, presidents, prime ministers, and cabinet ministers, following mass student-led protests over a $4.2 million plan to buy SUVs for MPs.
The demonstrations, which drew thousands in Dili and included clashes with police, were fueled by anger over lavish spending in a nation where over 40% live in poverty.
Protesters demanded accountability and called for funds to be redirected to health, education, and agriculture.
The new law, which repeals a 2006 pension policy, now awaits President Jose Ramos Horta’s signature.
The country, independent since 2002, continues to grapple with high unemployment, inequality, and dependence on oil revenues.
El parlamento de Timor-Leste prohibió las pensiones de por vida para los funcionarios después de las protestas estudiantiles por la compra de automóviles de lujo en una nación pobre.