Antonio Sampaio

Antonio Sampaio is a journalist based in Díli, Timor-Leste.
With more than 30 years’ experience in journalism (print, TV, radio and online) in a number of countries, Antonio Sampaio was until October this year the Dili bureau chief for the Portuguese News Agency Lusa, where he covered major economic, political and social affairs in the country. 

He has been a correspondent and reporter for several media organizations from various countries in Sydney, Jakarta, Dili, Geneva and Madrid and has been sent to cover events across other countries.

In 1994/1995 he won his first journalism awards in Portugal, the Gazeta Prize and the Press Club Award for a documentary about oppression in Indonesia. He has received other awards and recognitions for his work in Timor-Leste and Spain. On August 30, 2019, he received the Medal of the Order of Timor-Leste for his service to the country.

An experienced media consultant he has supported projects in Australia, Spain and Timor-Leste, he has extensive experience as a debate and conference moderator.

With academic training in Asian Studies and a postgraduate degree in International Relations, he has contributed to numerous publications – including as co-author of the Lusophone Dictionary - and is regularly interviewed for his expertise. Very active in social media – particularly Facebook where he has almost 50.000 followers – Antonio has been fortunate enough to travel extensively. Loves food, cinema and books and is always available for an interesting conversation.