Regulation No. 2000/19 on protected places.

This Regulation provides for the protection of designated areas, endangered species, coral reefs, wetlands, mangrove areas, historic, cultural and artistic sites, the conservation of biodiversity and the protection of biological resources of East Timor. Areas of land constituting islands, beaches, mountains, sanctuaries, reserves and any other areas shall be designated as protected wild areas and shall be managed in accordance with directives issued by the Transitional Administrator in order to maintain and enhance their wild and natural character and so as to preserve endemic animals and plants (sect. 2). Section 3 lists the species of animal which shall constitute endangered species within East Timor. Section 4 and 5 deal with the protection of coral reefs, wetlands and mangroves. Under a directive, the Transitional Administrator may designate monuments, buildings, and other sites as property of cultural, artistic or historic significance to the people of East Timor. The remaining part of the Regulation deals with penal provisions and provisions of miscellaneous nature.