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Lisbon, Caracas focus on bilateral trade, new strategic alliances
Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, has stated, following a meeting with Portugal’s minister of the economy and territorial cohesion, Manuel Castro Almeida, that the two countries wish to promote bilateral The post Lisbon, Caracas focus on bilateral trade, new strategic alliances appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal plans €15,000 electric-car aid for low-income families
Lower-income families in Portugal could receive substantial help to buy an electric car, with government support covering up to 80% of the vehicle’s eligible cost.
Council of State concludes without consensus
Portuguese President António José Seguro presided over a long Council of State yesterday afternoon, convened to discuss ‘social cohesion’ at a point where Portugal is ‘floundering’: thousands are involved in The post Council of State concludes without consensus appeared first on Portugal Resident .
12 arrested after 4,900 litres of fuel found on Albufeira beach
Twelve men have been arrested after police found nearly 5,000 litres of fuel being unloaded near São Rafael beach in Albufeira, in what the GNR suspects was a logistical operation The post 12 arrested after 4,900 litres of fuel found on Albufeira beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .
A smooth arrival at Faro Airport
Arriving at Faro Airport from Bristol at 8.15pm on Monday evening, the experience was refreshingly straightforward. All the passport gates were working, every immigration booth was manned, and passengers were moving through efficiently.
Portimão asks residents to help shape tourism future
People living in Portimão are being asked to have their say on the future of tourism in the municipality – with the consultation available in both Portuguese and English. Portimão The post Portimão asks residents to help shape tourism future appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Christmas magic returns to Vale do Lobo
One of the Algarve’s most popular festive traditions is back. The Vale do Lobo Christmas Market returns for its 16th edition on December 5 and 6, from 10am to 5.30pm, The post Christmas magic returns to Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Where Is Wealth Moving Next?
Wealth & Migration Summit Puts Policymakers and Investors in the Same Room
Portugal named top destination for expats
Portugal has recently been named the world’s most popular destination for expatriates in an international relocation guide, with its climate, healthcare and lifestyle securing its first place ahead of Spain and Mexico.
Bel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves
German artist Valerie Tobin, better known as Bel Oui, is currently exhibiting at Espaço JALI in Silves, where her latest exhibition, VAGUE, celebrates the freedom to experiment, change direction and The post Bel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cyberattack affects seven Intermarché stores in Portugal
Seven Intermarché supermarkets in Portugal were affected by a cyberattack targeting refrigeration systems, after similar incidents were reported at retailers in several other European countries.
Loulé draws red line over Algarve waste incineration plans
Loulé Council has come out firmly against any new waste-incineration capacity in the municipality, warning that the municipality cannot continue absorbing environmental infrastructure serving the whole Algarve. Mayor Telmo Pinto The post Loulé draws red line over Algarve waste incineration plans appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Weather Today (3 November): Stable outlook across the country
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Eurozone countries to nominate Lagarde replacement by Nov 6
Eurozone finance ministers will discuss the candidates at their gathering next Monday.
Shabana Mahmood – her fightback kicks off
A bullish home secretary came out swinging after critics claimed she’d made a climbdown over her controversial immigration reforms. What remains from Shabana Mahmood’s original plan? And is the rest of the cabinet – including Angela Rayner – really behind her? Sam Coates – who’s been speaking to the home secretary – and Anne McElvoy […]
Portugal Needs a New Energy Strategy!
In the last two decades, Portugal has undergone a profound transformation in its electricity system.
See better. Hear better. Live better.
For decades, technological innovation was characterised by the emergence of new devices. Today, the trend is quite different – technology seeks to integrate itself into everyday life in an increasingly The post See better. Hear better. Live better. appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Poland’s court fight boils over
Poland’s long-simmering rule-of-law issue reached boiling point this weekend. So, what now? On today’s show, Zoya Sheftalovich and Kathryn Carlson unpack Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s efforts to undo judicial appointments made under the previous right-wing Law and Justice government. Tusk’s administration argues that removing these PiS-era appointees is essential to bringing Poland back into line […]
Why financial empowerment is the UK’s next great economic opportunity
Digital technologies have changed how people think about and interact with their finances. It is up to banks to ensure people feel confident in doing so.
Crisis over top court shapes Poland’s battle lines before 2027 election
PM Tusk's government frames the battle over the Constitutional Tribunal as an effort to restore the rule of law, his enemies call it a coup.
Why Europe shouldn’t celebrate a Democratic midterm victory
Congress has few ways to constrain presidents on foreign policy, leaving Trump room to press his agenda abroad.
Portugal signs €590 million aircraft deal with Greece
Portugal and Greece have signed an agreement for the sale of three KC-390 aircraft to Greece, generating a return of €33 million for Portugal.
Streeting: Burnham is better than Blair at talking to the public
Britain's defense secretary — who had hoped to be PM himself — credits his boss with the political skill to navigate difficult public conversations about Europe.
EU Commission to probe supermarket cyberattacks
Europe’s food security is not at risk, but a wave of cyberattacks is raising concerns about supply chain resilience, Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen warned.