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US demand for life in Portugal remains strong despite changes to citizenship law
Interest in moving to Portugal remains strong among Americans, with 455 people attending a recent series of events in the United States to explore residency options, property and the practicalities of relocating.
Infantino apologizes to FIFA Council for World Cup sell-off plan
The football chief said he was sorry "for the mistakes that we made," but reminded that his project was only a proposal and "in no way a done deal."
MetLife to support new insurance agencies in Portugal
The insurance company is introducing a new initiative to help exclusive agents establish their own agencies, providing financial assistance alongside training, technology and branding support.
Do You Remember What You Loved Doing When You Were Ten?
A small exercise for grown-ups, and a half-term gift for the little ones
The New UK-Portugal Tax Treaty: What Actually Changed on 29 December 2025
The new double taxation convention between the UK and Portugal entered into force on 29 December 2025, replacing an agreement that had been in place since 1968.
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Looking for a career opportunity in Portugal?
A unique opportunity to join the largest not-for-profit association in Portugal helping foreign residents.
Small Car. Huge Crowd. Portugal Meets ÉLAN
More than 200 guests, three individually styled cars and an unveiling that quickly became an emotional moment. A new automotive brand has made its public debut in Portugal.
Lisbon mayor suspends shared e-scooter scheme over safety concerns
Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has announced the suspension of shared electric scooters in the Portuguese capital, citing growing safety concerns, dangerous behaviour by riders and the widespread abandonment of vehicles The post Lisbon mayor suspends shared e-scooter scheme over safety concerns appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal capital falls behind on housing renovations
Lisbon has renovated only about half of the municipal homes identified for improvement, leaving thousands of properties still awaiting work as the city continues to grapple with its housing shortage.
Your Algarve Holiday Deserves a Supercar
A Porsche 911 for the coast road, a Range Rover Sport for the week, and a Ferrari or Lamborghini when only real drama will do. DeluxeDrive Rentals delivers the Algarve's most exciting cars to your villa, your hotel or the Faro arrivals hall, free of charge, and collects them again when you are done.
Housing crisis: Porto unrest raises concerns ahead of Lisbon protest
Concerns are growing over the possibility of further unrest in Portugal as housing protests continue in Porto and organisers prepare for a similar demonstration in Lisbon on Saturday, October 17. The post Housing crisis: Porto unrest raises concerns ahead of Lisbon protest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
EU summit runs out of gas
It’s been a packed agenda at the European Council summit, with little sign of progress on key issues. EU leaders continued to argue over the bloc’s long-term budget, with energy supply and security taking up much of the discussion … including questions over strategic gas reserves and the future of the Emissions Trading System. The […]
Are the Brexit wars back?
Customs union, single market, rejoin, second referendum. It’s all feeling a little Ground Hog day in Westminster after Andy Burnham reopened the Europe question at Labour Party conference. Hosts Sascha O’Sullivan and Pat Baker find out how the row over Europe will play out in the next few years, with Reform MP Danny Kruger and […]
Britain’s Lib Dems are having a mini-meltdown. Here’s what’s going on.
A surprise resignation followed by an extremely long show of unity: Britain's centrist force — a potential key player in a future coalition — doesn’t seem ready to topple its leader just yet.
Marine Le Pen’s EU dream is a nightmare for Brussels
Readers of a nervous disposition, look away now.
In Europe, the Trump shock factor is wearing off
European leaders are learning to shrug off the U.S. president’s provocations rather than scramble to contain the damage.
Budget showdown slips to November as Costa pushes for quick deal
Emmanuel Macron gave a big boost to the European Council president's plan to end the negotiations by the end of the year.
Trump and Putin’s ‘terrible’ alliance threatens to strain EU’s resolve on Ukraine
Several EU leaders want to revive the bitter debate over raiding Russia’s frozen assets to fund Ukraine’s war.
Costa angers EU leaders as splits mar summit
Divisions over energy prices and the bloc's seven-year budget expose unhappiness over European Council president's performance.
Late discord delays Franco-German deal on Made in Europe, car emissions
The draft pact supports tighter eligibility rules for non-EU countries to participate in public procurement and public support, and softens the 2035 combustion engine ban.
Shorten EU budget to 3 or 4 years, Cyprus president tells POLITICO
“You don’t know what’s going to be the situation in 2030, 2031," Nikos Christodoulides says in interview.
Portugal forestry sector set to attract major investment
The Navigator Company has launched a new investment support programme aimed at mobilising up to €84 million for 124 partners of its Forest Producers Club.
‘No logic’: Finland slams Trump for siding with Putin against Ukraine
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo tells POLITICO the U.S. is going against its allies and warns Europe must find a way to keep Ukraine in the fight, even if it means reopening the debate over raiding Russian assets.