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A democracy that abdicates from asserting its principles in the name of convenience always runs the risk of appearing less firm than what it proclaims.
Since the 1980s, Portugal and Iran have had a controversial relationship that continues to this day. António José Vilela, a commentator for CNN Portugal, describes some of the episodes that have marked the tense relations between the two countries.
“All our military personnel stood out for their professionalism and competence. (...) They all faced enormous risks. Two died,” emphasises the former minister of Defence and Foreign Affairs.
José Pedro Aguiar-Branco met his Turkish counterpart in the year marking 100 years of diplomatic relations. The defence of Ukraine's territorial integrity and support for a two-state solution are shared positions.
Literal translation: 'Among allies' — refers to relations, discussions or events taking place between allied parties or countries.
The former Prime Minister and President of the European Commission will, from Thursday, replace Nuno Morais Sarmento, who resigned the FLAD presidency on health grounds.
Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa emphasises the relationship between Europe and the United States regarding Ukraine. Also, Aveiro hosted campaign events by Gouveia e Melo and Cotrim Figueiredo.
Among the more than 60 parliamentary friendship groups between Portugal and foreign countries there are various political interpretations. The body for inter-parliamentary cooperation continues to keep Russia suspended.
