KAY RALA XANANA GUSMAO

(José Alexandre Gusmão)


Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao
Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao
  • Born: June 20, 1946
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Actress

José Alexandre "Kay Rala Xanana" Gusmão GColIH, GCL, GCMG, popularly known simply as Xanana Gusmão; is an East Timorese politician. A former militant, he was the first President of the independent East Timor, serving from 2002 to 2007. He then became its fourth prime minister, serving from 2007 to 2015. Gusmão holds the office of Minister of Planning and Strategic Investment since stepping down as PM.