1. The Democratic Republic of East Timor acknowledges and values the secular
resistance of the Maubere People against foreign domination and the
contribution of all those who fought for national independence.
2. The State acknowledges and values the participation of the CatholicChurch
in the process of national liberation of East Timor.
3. The State shall ensure special protection to the war-disabled, orphans
and other dependants of those who dedicated their lives to the struggle for
independence and national sovereignty, and shall protect all those who
participated in the resistance against the foreign occupation, in accordance
with the law.
4. The law shall define the mechanisms for rendering tribute to the national
heroes.