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The implementation of new European regulations has led to a reduction in the number of crypto-asset operators active in Portugal.
The Draghi Report's ambitions force Europe to confront uncomfortable realities: it is falling significantly behind global competitors. The analysis argues that the ‘race’ has been underway for years and that closing the gap requires urgent, active policy choices — including structural reforms, targeted investment and a renewed focus on competitiveness across the single market.
Jurist and academic Anu Bradford argues that despite its challenges, the EU remains an influential superpower, shaping the world through the 'Brussels Effect'. This phenomenon describes how regulations approved within the European bloc, such as the GDPR, USB-C standards, and the upcoming AI Act, end up reformulating global corporate regulation because multinational companies often adopt the strictest standard globally to maintain access to the European market. However, as the Asian economy grows and China develops its own technological ecosystems, a potential 'Beijing Effect' is beginning to emerge, which may challenge the future sustainability of Europe's regulatory influence.
The head of the Canadian government advocated for an alliance strong enough to ensure the autonomy of the two partners' decisions, yet open to the participation of other countries in a context of growing international instability.
The last chance to prevent our grandchildren, a generation from now, from knowing Portuguese agriculture only through history books.
Europe's strength begins in its regions. Portugal needs this Europe.
Greece wants to help parents who are fighting “alone against algorithms designed to keep children glued to their phones”. Several countries are implementing or considering age limits for social media access, and the European Union advocates a minimum age of 16 for independent access.
Bondalti chairman and executive president, João de Mello, has been re-elected for a new term as a board member of the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic). The leader of the chemical company controlled by the José de Mello Group will remain on the board of what is considered the most important European chemical industry association for the next two years.
Zbigniew Pisarski's speech took place at the CNN Portugal Summit | Strategic Transformation Lab, a meeting that brought together national and international decision-makers to debate European security, participate in a crisis management simulation, and explore technological solutions aimed at strengthening response capacity.
The provisional agreement still needs to be confirmed by both institutions before its formal adoption.
The planning comes at a time when Europe faces doubts regarding the continuity of US military support. The Donald Trump administration is considering a significant reduction in US forces on the continent, after Washington had already withdrawn strategic bombers, fighters, drones, submarines, and warships from the pool of assets NATO can mobilise earlier this year.
Reuters reported that an early exit could take place in the coming weeks. Lagarde wanted 'calm waters' for her departure but will likely have to leave amidst the turbulence surrounding her home country.
For the legal scholar, Europe is still paying for the rejection of the European Defence Community by the French Parliament in 1954. The 27 member states spend more on defence than Russia and have little to show for it. The deeper problem is the democratic deficit, he says in an interview with Expresso.
The men who describe this war as existential will not go to the front. Their great sacrifice is a television studio. The courage they demand is always cheaper when it is to be paid for by others.
“Europe currently needs to make decisions that provide a political signal of unity and strength,” the President considers.
Europe needs to strengthen its defence to have more weight in negotiations regarding Ukraine, argues João Albuquerque. The CNN Portugal commentator fears that this opportunity will be wasted during discussions on the next European budget.
Right to Stay is an initiative by the European Commission to ensure that all Europeans have the right to build a life where they were born or wish to live, without feeling forced to leave due to a lack of opportunities.
The front-runner in France’s presidential reiterated her campaign promise to pare back payments to the EU by billions of euros ahead of a critical summit on Thursday.
The Portuguese Navy frigate NRP Bartolomeu Dias has assumed command of the European Maritime Force (EUROMARFOR), serving as the flagship. The mission mobilises over 170 Portuguese military personnel, including a helicopter detachment, a diving team, and a boarding team. Created in 1995 by Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy, EUROMARFOR is...
Clusters 2 and 3 — internal market and competitiveness — were opened this Tuesday. Only agriculture, cohesion, and environmental policy remain to be started.
Matthew Whitaker called for an overhaul of NATO’s bases and military infrastructure to move forces eastward as America reviews its troop presence in Europe.
European Council President, António Costa, will now act as the 'lead negotiator' for the European Union's (EU) multiannual budget through 2034, following widespread criticism across Europe regarding the proposal submitted by the Irish presidency of the Council.
Less than three months before the deforestation regulation comes into force, Germany and Ireland have already defined penalties for those who violate it. Portugal has yet to announce who will oversee coffee, cocoa, soy, and other products.
The Russian embassy in Brussels stated this Friday that NATO's annual nuclear exercise, which begins on Tuesday in Italy, “does not contribute to reducing tensions” in Europe. “We take note of the statements by NATO officials that the exercises are routine and do not pose a threat to Russia,” it said via social media.
During the preparatory debate for the European Council, the Prime Minister admitted in Parliament that “Europe is going through a difficult moment” and one that is “decisive for the survival of the European project,” advocating for the need for a “strategic sense” for the medium and long term.
A useful test for antisemitism, the three Ds: Delegitimisation, Double standards, and Demonisation. Sousa Tavares manages to combine all three.
Facing a Europe that is trying, in leaps and bounds, to make up for lost time and consolidate its Strategic Autonomy, a historic window of opportunity is opening for Portugal.
There is a false choice I refuse to accept: the idea that we must choose between saving the planet and protecting the economy. The Europe we want to build grows precisely because it decarbonises.
The Council of the European Union extended sanctions on Russia for hybrid activities until 9 October 2027 this Thursday, at a time when several member states have attributed sabotage incidents and drone incursions to Moscow. In total, this sanctions regime covers 80 individuals and 20 entities, targeted with asset freezes.
