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In February there were 10,094 deaths, 3,543 fewer than in the previous month and 100 fewer than in February 2025.
We have long known that, without renewal, we would face a sudden cut 'down the road' when the generation that joined in the 80s retired. Now, we have arrived 'there'. Opinion by Sérgio Vasques.
Live births to foreign mothers have soared in ten years. Infant mortality from avoidable and preventable causes has increased.
The President of the Republic chose Mourísia, a village with 10 inhabitants that was surrounded by flames, to start the second day of his inauguration. Sónia, 28, was the last baby born in the village.
The article discusses the growing concerns about sustainability in the workplace, emphasizing the need to balance organizational development, economic growth, environmental protection, and community well-being. It highlights the challenges posed by an aging workforce in Portugal, where recruitment difficulties and talent retention issues are becoming more pronounced. The article also addresses gender disparities in the workforce, particularly the prevalence of part-time work among women and the implications for productivity and career opportunities. It calls for a demographic analysis within organizations to adapt health support and public policies that promote sustainable practices, benefiting individuals, organizations, and society as a whole.
Home News Understanding Portugal’s 1. 5 million immigrants Understanding Portugal’s 1. 5 million immigrants New data provide a deeper look at Portugal’s more than 1.
Declining demographics, expanding course offerings and the normalisation of academic precarity.
Despite an increase in births in 2025, the need to stop young people leaving the country remains an urgent issue, only eased by the labour of immigrants. Opinion by Amanda Rattes
The Chinese community in Portugal increased from 3,282 in 2000 to 23,025 in 2021.
In 2025, 1,946 births were recorded, representing a 6% increase compared with the previous year. The municipalities with the highest numbers of registered births are Viseu with 793 and Guarda with 159.
A round-up of press coverage on the PSD's support for António Seguro, reflections on Donald Trump's first year in office, and the growing number of mothers who are foreign nationals.
Press review: births to Portuguese women have experienced a significant decline.
Home News Migrants represent 10% of Portugal population Migrants represent 10% of Portugal population In an interview with SAPO, Estefânia Silva and Joana Tropa reveal that, according to AIMA data, migrants will represent 10% of the Portuguese population by 2025.
The year was the deadliest since 2022, but also the one with the most births in recent years.
Portugal recorded 122,151 deaths in 2025, 3,124 more than in 2024, but deaths of children under one year fell to 241. As of November, 80,206 babies had been born, improving the natural balance.
There were 122,151 deaths registered in 2025 — an increase of 2.6% compared with the previous year.
Some think António José Seguro is 'the most presentable person' and therefore pray, 'May God grant that he wins.' And Ventura turned 43: 'Congratulations to someone who never gave up on Portugal.'
Marriage is in sharp decline and young people are moving to work in the major cities.
Experts link the rise in the number of births to immigration, noting that 30% of last year's newborns 'were born to mothers who are not Portuguese'.
A former aide reported the case internally during 2023 and says the veracity of the facts will be determined in court. Also, Portugal has not seen this many babies born in ten years.
Home News Portugal records peak birth rate Portugal records peak birth rate More than 87,700 babies were born in Portugal in 2025, the highest figure in the last decade, according to data from the ‘heel prick test’, which covers almost all births in the country.
In 2025, 936 babies were born to Portuguese mothers and 554 to foreign mothers. The number of births represents an increase of about 5.2% compared with 2024, says the Local Health Unit.
936 babies were born to Portuguese mothers and 554 to foreign mothers, with the majority of the newborns being male.
Portugal’s birthrate is showing a welcome new ‘bounce’ after progressive declines since the year 2000 – and a sharp dip during the pandemic. Data from IRN, the notaries and registrars’ The post Babies galore! “There haven’t been this many babies for 13 years” appeared first on Portugal Resident.
