East Timorese president defends prime minister over rice scandal

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Updated June 30, 2009 20:50:14

The East Timorese president, Jose Ramos-Horta, has defended prime minister Xanana Gusmao's approval of a multi-million dollar contract, which was awarded to a company linked to Xanana Gusmao's daughter. Dr Ramos-Horta says he fully supports the prime minister.

Presenter: Steve Holland, with additional reporting by Stephanie March
Speakers: Jose Ramos-Horta, East Timorese president; Mario Carrascalao, East Timorese deputy prime minister; Jose Teixeira, East Timorese opposition MP, Fretilin Party

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