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United States sends “warm congratulations” to Portugal for June 10 celebrations

The United States secretary of state Marco Rubio has sent “warm greetings” to Portugal today, describing the country as one of America’s “earliest and most steadfast partners”. In a message

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President calls for dialogue “in times of trenches”; courage to make “difficult choices”

Portugal’s president António José Seguro has given his first Portugal Day speech today, calling for “dialogue in times of trenches”, the courage to make difficult choices – and the need

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European pact is “brake on illegal immigration”; incentive for “regular channels” 

EU pledges support to help Portugal recover from forest fires

The European Pact on Migrations and Asylum comes into full force on Friday, and Portugal’s government is delighted, saying the ‘harmonisation of entry rules will allow for better management of

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President Seguro lauded on Portugal Day walkabout in streets of Angra do Heroísmo

The Azores’ island of Terceira – by chance the home of Lajes Air Base, which has been so much in the news recently – is today basking in Portugal Day

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Sines investment boost reflects economic strength

Finance minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento - Photo: António Cotrim/Lusa

Portugal’s economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the years following the Covid-19 pandemic, with strong growth, rising wages and continued success in attracting major international investment, according to Finance Minister

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Lisbon Airport named among world’s worst as Faro tops Portugal for punctuality

Lisbon airport - Photo: Melissamn/Shutterstock

Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport has been ranked among the world’s worst airports in the latest AirHelp Score 2026, adding to growing concerns over delays and overcrowding at Portugal’s busiest gateway.

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