Latest news and stories about international relations in culture in Portugal for expats and residents.
The Portuguese Joint Operational Force has established a base in Catia la Mar, La Guaira, to coordinate search and rescue efforts following two major earthquakes in Venezuela that have resulted in over 1,400 deaths and significant infrastructure damage.
Portugal is deploying 60 emergency personnel to Venezuela following two devastating earthquakes that have resulted in 235 deaths, including six Portuguese citizens, and thousands of injuries.
The President of the Republic begins a three-day official visit to Cape Verde this Tuesday. The agenda includes institutional meetings, a visit to Tarrafal, and meetings with the Portuguese community.
There are 5,000 Brazilians studying in Coimbra, 'the largest Brazilian university outside of Brazil', in the words of vice-rector Nuno Mendonça. The operation in São Paulo will begin in September.
Citizens from Portuguese-speaking countries express a lack of awareness regarding the Community of Portuguese Language Countries and advocate for greater integration.
The victory is not explained by what we 'do', but by what we 'are', says Rangel: a country that speaks with everyone and does not look at the world as 'the rest of the world'. The behind-the-scenes of a 13-year campaign.
Portugal states that the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) has achieved global representation today.
Portugal is set to take part in an upcoming event in Madrid focused on Palestinian culture.
The celebrations on Saturday, July 4th, the date of US independence, were attended by the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Admiral Jorge Nobre de Sousa.
Former US President Donald Trump expressed his affection for Portugal during a meeting, suggesting he might visit the country in the near future.
The three nations are working to deepen their diplomatic and cultural cooperation.
José Maria Neves arrived on Monday for a four-day visit to Portugal and was received this morning in Coimbra by the mayor, Ana Abrunhosa.
In a message addressed to Ambassador John Arrigo, Donald Trump expressed appreciation for Portugal and suggested a potential visit in the near future.
Former US President Donald Trump expressed his affection for Portugal and his desire to visit the country in the near future.
United States President Donald Trump has declared “We love Portugal” and hinted at a possible future visit in a recorded message for the US ambassador to Portugal, released ahead of The post Trump says: “We love Portugal” in Independence Day message to ambassador appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Miguel Albuquerque recalls that Madeira has historical, cultural, and human ties with Venezuela, where a large community of Madeiran origin resides.
In an interview, historian Omer Bartov discusses his latest book, which analyzes the trajectory of Israel and the current 'race to the abyss.' He argues that Israel lacks a constitution and defined borders, leading to a corrosive dynamic between its Jewish and democratic identity. Bartov contends that the country requires external pressure, such as sanctions, to force a political shift, as he believes the current internal opposition fails to offer a real alternative regarding the Palestinian issue. He also addresses his classification of the situation in Gaza as genocide, citing a pattern of operations and political rhetoric, and reflects on the silencing of campus protests in the US.
Ramos Horta delivers harsh criticism regarding Portugal's celebratory events held at the United Nations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the Portuguese people on Portugal Day, recognizing the country as one of the US's “oldest and most solid” partners. In a message shared by the State Department and the US Embassy in Lisbon, Rubio emphasized the enduring friendship between the nations, noting historical support during the founding of the US. He also highlighted recent bilateral progress, including a partnership between the Illinois National Guard and the Portuguese Armed Forces, Portugal's accession to the Artemis Accords, and the launch of the US-Portugal CEO Forum. Rubio further acknowledged the 1.3 million Americans of Portuguese descent, particularly those with Azorean ties, as a key pillar of the relationship.
The excellent relations between our two countries are based on common values, highlighted the Portuguese President at a reception in Luxembourg.
The President of the Republic kicked off the June 10th celebrations in Luxembourg with a closed-door meeting with Portuguese-descendant entrepreneurs and advocated for a trade and technology agreement between the two countries. Montenegro wants to show “alignment” in the pair's debut in the diaspora and joins the programme on Sunday: this time, however, there will be no umbrellas.
Gilmar Mendes has reacted with good humour to the nickname given to the Lisbon Forum by the Brazilian press. The event, which begins this Monday, June 1st, features a large number of prominent figures from the country's legal, political, and economic elites. Conceived and coordinated by Mendes, the event has been dubbed 'Gilmarpalooza', a reference to the popular American music festival Lollapalooza. In an interview with DN Brasil, the magistrate states that, regardless of the criticism, the forum is well-established and is an achievement of which he is proud.
The Lisbon Forum, which begins today, has reached its 14th edition as the largest to date, featuring 470 speakers and a focus on the new international order, technology, and sovereignty. Minister Luís Felipe Salomão, vice-president of the Superior Court of Justice (STJ), highlights the importance of 'defensive democracy' and argues that freedom of expression cannot be absolute when it threatens democratic institutions. The event, which has become a major hub for Brazilian authorities and academics in Portugal, is accompanied by a series of side events known as 'Brazil Week'.
An analysis of the critical period in the relationship between Portugal and Angola.
Marco Rubio stands by his positive remarks regarding Portugal, while Nuno Melo comments that the declarations were well-received.
The British royals will travel to Portugal to mark the historic diplomatic alliance between the two nations.
