The US Dollar (US$) is the official currency. For local transactions, the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) may be accepted in border areas, but this should not be relied on.
Weather plays an important role in the economy of a country. East Timor weather too plays a similar role. The country is located in 08° 35' S and 125° 35' E.
The culture of East Timor reflects numerous cultural influences, including Portuguese, Roman Catholic and Malay, on the indigenous Austronesian cultures of Timor.