Board & Members
“Australians should look to Timor-Leste with business eyes. This country needs to be recognised for what it is: a place of abundant business opportunity on our doorstep that presents a win-win for both our countries.
I encourage you to become a member of the new Timor-Leste – Australia Business Council to make the most of the opportunities to expand your business in this wonderful country. In doing so you will also be contributing to Timor-Leste’s development goals across a range of sectors.”
– Sakib Awan, Chair
The TLABC acknowledges the generous support of the Australian Embassy in Dili, in particular our Patron, Ambassador Caitlin Wilson.
By leveraging our extensive network, we aim to support Australian businesses in navigating the local landscape and ensuring a successful establishment in this vibrant nation.
Founding Board, May 2024
Chair: Sakib Awan – East Timor Trading Group
Vice-Chair: Rohilla Kaushal – Australian National Line (ANL)
Director: Erik Stokes – RMS Engineering and Construction
Director: Jackson Lay – Tjing Fa Ho
Director: Tony Jape – Dili Development Corporation
Director: Sarah Green – Caltech
Director: Frederico Pereira – ANZ Bank
Patron: Ambassador Caitlin Wilson, Australian Ambassador to Timor-Leste
Founding members
Rohilla Kaushal – Australian National Line (ANL)
Joao Ferreira – ANZ Bank
Frederico Pereira – ANZ Bank
Sarah Green – Caltech
Joana Araujo – Caltech
Sakib Awan – East Timor Trading
Milena Pires – East Timor Trading
Tony Jape – Dili Development Corporation
Pamela Jape – Dili Development Corporation
Erik Stokes – RMS Engineering and Construction
Jackson Lay – Tjing Fa Ho
