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TIO Publishing is proud to announce its second major publication for 2026: “DEPENDÉNSIA BA PETROLEU: BENSAUN KA MALISAN?” by Timorese analyst Guteriano Neves. Blending personal insights with comprehensive data, this book explores how reliance on a single resource—oil—has shaped Timor-Leste’s economic and political landscape over the past two decades. Crucially, it offers realistic public policy

Overview We are thrilled to announce the successful official launch of “Tanbasá Nasaun Sira Falla”, the Tetum translation of the international bestseller “Why Nations Fail” by renowned authors Daron Acemoglu and James Alan Robinson, featuring a special Tetum preface by President Dr. José Ramos-Horta. This historic launch event was truly unforgettable, highlighted by the special

Overview Second Co-Publication Work with Instituto Superior Dom Bosco (ISDB)! We are proud to announce the successful launch of a brand-new book by ISDB lecturer Acacio Domingos de Castro, M.S.Ed, titled “Reconstructing the Necessary Qualities for Effective Teachers.” Written in English, this valuable book serves as essential literature and a practical guide for ISDB students

Overview By Timorese, For Timor-Leste! Reflecting on the realities and challenges of non-renewable resource utilization for our nation’s future, this upcoming book offers credible and realistic data drawn from two decades of experience. Through the new book, “Dependéndensia ba Petróleu: Bensaun Ka Malisan?” (Oil Dependency: Blessing or Curse?), we will explore and answer many of

Overview A Special Book from TIO Publishing for the Year 2026! We are thrilled to announce that the translation of the international bestseller “Why Nations Fail” into Tetum will be arriving very soon! This monumental work will be brought to all of us this month, accompanied by a special launch event to celebrate its release

Overview Today is the moment to prepare for tomorrow! We are excited to announce that “OHIN MAKA BIBAN BA LORON ABAN: Livru + Diário autoreflesaun” (Today is the Opportunity for Tomorrow: Book + Self-Reflection Journal) is now officially available for everyone to purchase and read! This inspiring new publication invites us all to read, learn,

Overview Hello friends! We have great news for everyone—a brand-new book has arrived! “RENATA: Ódio Tanba Injustisa” (RENATA: Hatred Due to Injustice) is now officially available for all readers. Authored by Lena Mafalda—the talented writer behind the book Laloran Moris—this marks her exciting second book published in collaboration with TIO Publishing, featuring a fresh and

Overview Archived Post (June 06 2026) We join the nation in mourning the loss of one of Timor-Leste’s great leaders, patriots, and former Presidents. His lifelong dedication, sacrifice, and service to our country will never be forgotten. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and the entire Timorese community. May his soul rest

Date: May 20, 2026 Overview We are thrilled to announce the successful launch of the book “Lalatak no Roman Pirilampu: Livru Memória Sobrevivente Passadu” (Shadows and Light of the Firefly: Book of Past Survivors’ Memories). This meaningful project is co-published by TIO Publishing in close collaboration with partner organizations AJAR, ACbit, GSF, and Pirilampu. The

Journey through the reflective insights of Sister Maria Juvita de Jesus, a Timorese voice writing from the eternal city of Rome. This intimate diary of self-discovery is more than a book; it is a companion for the soul. Proudly published by Tio Publishing. RESERVE YOUR COPY TODAY.