Dili, Timor-Leste 28th June 2025 – In a landmark decision poised to accelerate Timor-Leste’s digital transformation, the government has selected Zchwantech Titan Lda (“Zchwantech”), a regional leader in mission-critical technology solutions, to spearhead the country’s National Digital Identity (Digital ID) project. This strategic initiative underscores Timor-Leste’s commitment to modernizing its infrastructure as it prepares for formal ASEAN membership in 2025.
A Digital Foundation for the Future
The National Digital ID system is envisioned as the cornerstone of Timor-Leste’s paperless governance strategy, enabling seamless access to public services, reducing bureaucratic inefficiencies, and fostering greater transparency. With Zchwantech at the helm, the project will integrate cutting-edge biometric authentication, blockchain-based security, and interoperable platforms to ensure robust identity verification while safeguarding citizen privacy.
Oecusse-Ambeno: The Proving Ground
In a forward-thinking move, the Special Administrative Region of Oecusse-Ambeno (RAEOA) will serve as the pilot zone for the Digital ID rollout. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in January 2025, solidified this partnership, positioning Oecusse as a living lab for the nation’s digital ambitions. Successful implementation here will pave the way for nationwide deployment.
H.E. Rogério Tiago de Fátima Lobato, President of Oecusse SAR, remarked:
“Oecusse is honored to lead this transformative initiative. By embracing digital identity early, we are setting a precedent for innovation and efficiency that will resonate across Timor-Leste as we integrate with ASEAN.”
Leadership Perspectives: Building a Connected Nation
Mr. Seow Gim Shen, Chairman of Zchwantech, emphasized the project’s broader significance:
“This is not just about technology—it’s about empowering Timor-Leste’s citizens with the tools to thrive in a digital ASEAN. Our solution will bridge gaps in service delivery, financial inclusion, and governance, ensuring no one is left behind.”
Mr Alex Chan Chau Loong, Executive Director of Zchwantech, reaffirmed the delivery commitment: “This project is where vision meets execution: We’re turning Timor-Leste’s Digital Revolution goals into reality. Our Digital ID platform is built to be both agile and rigorously secure — ensuring fast deployment while safeguarding citizen trust. Critically, it is future-ready for connectivity to ASEAN systems, so Timor-Leste grows hand-in-hand with the region.”
Mr. Steven Lim Kee Seng, Technical Director of Zchwantech, highlighted the system’s robust design:
“Security and accessibility are non-negotiable. Our architecture employs worldclass-grade encryption and modular scalability, ensuring Timor-Leste’s Digital ID remains future-proof amid evolving cyber threats.”
Beyond Identity: A Gateway to Digital Services
The National Digital ID will serve as the backbone for:
- E-Governance: Streamlining citizen interactions with ministries and agencies.
- E-Health & E-Education: Enabling secure access to critical services.
- Digital Finance: Facilitating KYC-compliant banking for the unbanked.
- Smart Licensing & Taxation: Reducing fraud and processing delays.
About Zchwantech Titan Lda
Zchwantech is a trusted partner for governments and enterprises across Southeast Asia, delivering scalable cloud-anchored infrastructure, secure Digital ID solutions, custom AI-powered enterprise systems and transformative data ecosystems. The company is engineering ASEAN’s digital revolution, with proven track record in high-stakes deployments.
