East Timor: What stands in the way of children's future (FNS Charity Campaign 2026)

More than 40 percent of East Timor's population is under 18, and the country is often described as the youngest in Asia. It joined ASEAN in October 2025, yet many people in rural areas still rely on river water for daily life. The report looks at how poverty and education problems are affecting children's dreams, based on field reporting by announcer Yui Suzuki.

• Over 40% of the population is under 18
• Joined ASEAN in October 2025
• Rural communities rely on river water

人口の40％超が18歳未満。「アジアで最も若い国」ともいわれる東ティモール。 2025年10月にはASEANに加盟した一方、農村部では川の水に頼る暮らしが続き、貧困や教育の問題が子どもたちの夢を阻んでいます。「夢については話せない」と語る母親。その真意とは…鈴木唯アナウンサーが現地を取材しました。 ▼FNSチャリティキャンペーン詳細はこちら▼ https://www.fujitv.co.jp/charity/