Questions over East Timor's budget review
Updated
Questions are being asked about a proposal to massively increase government spending in East Timor. A mid-year review has recommended that parliament approve a doubling of the state budget for this year. Dili says it needs to set up an Economic Stabilisation Fund to manage public anger over rising food and fuel prices. Critics say the extra spending is irresponsible.
Presenter: Karon Snowdon
Speaker: Charlie Scheiner, researcher with La'o Hamutuk
