When was Taur Matan Ruak born?

Taur Matan Ruak was born on 10 October 1956 in Osso Huna.

What positions has Taur Matan Ruak held?

Positions held by Taur Matan Ruak include: Prime Minister of East Timor (2018–2023); Minister of the Interior (2018–2023); President of East Timor (2012–2017); Chief of Defence Force (2001–2011); Member of the National Parliament of East Timor.

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Taur Matan Ruak

Prime Minister of East Timor

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José Maria de Vasconcelos, popularly known as Taur Matan Ruak, is an East Timorese politician who served as the fifth president of East Timor from 2012 to 2017 and as the 9th prime minister from 2018 to 2023.

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Born: 10 October 1956 wd
Place of birth: Osso Huna wd
Citizenship: Timor-Leste wd
Occupation: politician wd
Political party: People's Liberation Party wd
Spouse: Isabel da Costa Ferreira wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of East Timor (22 June 2018 – 1 July 2023)
Minister of the Interior (22 June 2018 – 30 June 2023)
President of East Timor (20 May 2012 – 20 May 2017)
Chief of Defence Force (1 February 2001 – 6 October 2011)
Member of the National Parliament of East Timor

Awards wd

Grand Collar of the Order of Prince Henry (2012)

Questions

When was Taur Matan Ruak born?: Taur Matan Ruak was born on 10 October 1956 in Osso Huna.
What positions has Taur Matan Ruak held?: Positions held by Taur Matan Ruak include: Prime Minister of East Timor (2018–2023); Minister of the Interior (2018–2023); President of East Timor (2012–2017); Chief of Defence Force (2001–2011); Member of the National Parliament of East Timor.

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Last updated 8 November 2026 · facts checked 8 November 2026

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