New Zealand East Timor Medal Set

This replica medal set recognises New Zealand Defence Force service in East Timor as part of multinational peacekeeping and support operations. The group reflects New Zealand’s contribution to regional security, humanitarian assistance, and post-conflict stabilisation efforts.

The New Zealand Operational Service Medal is awarded for qualifying operational service on approved military missions. It acknowledges service undertaken in operational environments that meet New Zealand Defence Force criteria.

The Timor-Leste Solidarity Medal is awarded by the Government of Timor-Leste to recognise service in support of the country during its transition to independence. It acknowledges the contribution of international personnel who assisted with peacekeeping, security, and nation-building efforts.

The New Zealand East Timor Medal is awarded to members of the New Zealand Defence Force who completed qualifying service in East Timor. It recognises service undertaken as part of peacekeeping and stabilisation operations within the designated area.

The New Zealand Defence Service Medal with Regular Clasp recognises three years of service, either continuous or aggregated, in the regular forces of the New Zealand Defence Force or, prior to 1990, the New Zealand Armed Forces, with qualifying service commencing on or after 3 September 1945.

The United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor Medal is an international award presented to personnel who served with the United Nations mission in East Timor under United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor. It recognises service in support of peacekeeping, administration, and reconstruction activities.

Together, these medals acknowledge overseas operational service, international cooperation, and sustained commitment to defence service.