Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the highest decision-making body of Banco Central
Timor-Leste. The Board provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure the
achievement of BCTL's mandate in accordance with the law.
About the Board
The Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of BCTL, approving
key policies, and ensuring that the Bank is managed effectively and in the
public interest. The Board operates independently and collectively, with each
member bringing knowledge, experience, and integrity to support sound
decision-making.
Provide strategic direction and governance
Approve policies and key decisions
Ensure accountability and transparency
Board Members
Hélder Lopes
Governor
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Rafael Borges
Deputy Governor
Member of the Board of Directors
Sara Lobo Brites
Deputy Governor
Member of the Board of Directors
Aicha Binti Umar Bassarewan
Board Member
Member of the Board of Directors
Benjamin de Araujo e Corte Real
Board Member
Member of the Board of Directors
Laurentina Domingas Barreto Soares
Board Member
Member of the Board of Directors
João Mariano de S. Saldanha
Board Member
Member of the Board of Directors
Good Governance
The Board is committed to the highest standards of governance, independence,
integrity, and accountability in serving the people of Timor-Leste.
Learn More About Governance
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