Source:
https://scmp.com/article/614563/voice-wilderness

Voice in the wilderness

He is one of the founders of Fretilin, the largest party in Asia's newest and poorest nation. He also spent 24 years in exile during the Indonesian occupation of his homeland East Timor. And while considered by many to be arrogant, out of touch and manipulative, deposed prime minister Mari Alkatiri is seen by others as the only man who can ensure a viable future for his fledgling country.

Mr Alkatiri was forced to step down from the role of East Timor's prime minister after violence flared last May in the streets of the former Portuguese colony. Last year's military mutiny and gang clashes effectively marginalised him in the June elections, although he is still secretary-general of Fretilin.