Indonesian Pro-Democracy Movement
Jose Ramos Horta, Special Representative of the CNRM expressed willingness to work more closely with the Indonesian pro-democracy movement:
"Our struggle and fate are intertwined not by geography alone, but rather by the nature of the regime that is responsible for the crimes perpetuated against our two peoples... It is only natural therefore that without losing sight of our respective historical and cultural identities and political aimsours is self-determination, yours is democracy and the rule of law in 
Indonesiawe seek to join forces, to co-operate whenever we can."
In Indonesia a number of leading academics, trade unionists and religious leaders called for a new approach to East Timor. Leaders of the People's Democratic Party (PRD) have received lengthy jail sentences for supporting democratic reform and a referendum for East Timor.
