Rogério Lobato is a prominent Timorese politician currently serving as the President of the Special Administrative Region of Oecusse-Ambeno (RAEOA), a unique autonomous region in Timor-Leste. As the leader of RAEOA, Lobato is responsible for overseeing the region’s administrative and economic development, including its special economic zone, which has been established to attract investment and promote local development.

Lobato is known for his extensive experience in public service and his significant role in Timor-Leste’s political landscape. Prior to his presidency of RAEOA, he held various important positions in government, including serving as Timor-Leste’s Minister of Defense during the country’s early years of independence. His leadership in RAEOA focuses on improving infrastructure, promoting sustainable development, and fostering economic opportunities for the local population, all within the framework of Timor-Leste’s broader national development goals.