Tourism and event sectors show growth in Timor-Leste and Brazil

In Timor-Leste, international visitors contributed approximately $62.5 million to the economy in 2025. According to data from the Ministry of Tourism and Environment and the Pacific Tourism Organisation, the country saw an estimated 48,927 international arrivals. The average direct expenditure per visitor was estimated at $1,279 per trip, or roughly $165 per day.

Asia was the primary region of origin for these visitors (52%), followed by Europe (22%) and Oceania (19%). The top individual markets were Australia, China, Indonesia, and Portugal. The majority of travelers (55%) visited for leisure and holidays, while 15% traveled for business and conferences.

Meanwhile, Brazil has risen to 13th place globally in the international events market. According to the 2025 ICCA ranking, the country hosted 276 associative meetings, an increase of nearly 18% from the previous ranking. Brazil remains the leader in Latin America for international events, having climbed twelve positions since 2022.