How artificial intelligence shook the world in 2025 — and what's next
A review of the major AI breakthroughs in 2025, their social, economic and geopolitical impacts, the regulatory and corporate responses, and an analysis of the risks and opportunities shaping AI's next phase.
EU ambassadors called to an emergency meeting after Trump threatens tariffs of up to 25%
The showdown between Brussels and Washington over Trump’s intention to buy Greenland intensifies. Kaja Kallas warns that China and Russia are the main beneficiaries of the diplomatic tension.
António José Telo: "Without the United States, Europe does not have the capabilities to confront the threats around it"
Venezuela, Greenland and Ukraine. Trump is claiming for himself the role of 'a new sheriff' in an arena where he contests power with Russia and China. What is Europe's role in this new geopolitical context?
"While some raise barriers" the two blocs build "bridges", says António Costa on Mercosur agreement
The President of the European Council believes the agreement “will help both blocs navigate an increasingly turbulent geopolitical environment”.
Trade agreement between India and the European Union: "Unless both sides align their positions, it will be difficult to overcome the obstacles"
Shifts in geopolitical dynamics involving China and the United States are seen as encouraging the finalisation of the agreement.
Fitch: Greenland crisis threatens European ratings
A Fitch analyst says NATO's continuity is a determining factor for ratings across Europe. Proximity to Russia would exacerbate downgrades. Denmark retains its AAA rating despite tensions with Trump.
Portugal warns EU that neglecting outermost regions like Greenland 'comes at a price'
Paulo Rangel said that the 'reduced attention' given to the territory explains the recent tension with the US.
Wines: loose notes from January, with an eye on the Azores
It is hoped that this relative abundance will not merely whet the appetite of overexcited Americans who will view the islands as a strategic foothold to counter the Chinese and Russians.
Europeans should realise that NATO is over in real terms
Mário Crespo, a commentator for CNN Portugal, reminds that “we have a NATO partner, not to say the owner of NATO [the USA], threatening another partner”, and therefore believes the organisation “is over”.
Cotrim Figueiredo warns that US threats to Greenland could be a 'death sentence' for NATO
The presidential candidate says Europe 'doesn't have many cards to play' in a situation of military conflict.
The dominant predator
The 80 years during which the United States guaranteed stability in the Euro-Atlantic area have come to an end.
The President We Need to Elect
Portugal has specific responsibilities. Its geostrategic position in the Atlantic, historical ties with Africa and Latin America, and its active membership of the European Union give it a pivotal role as a bridge between worlds.
Tomorrow, Trump might remember that there is an archipelago called the Azores on the US doorstep and that it forms part of its strategic space
CNN Portugal journalist Rolando Santos also describes as 'ridiculous' the remarks of Stephen Miller, one of Donald Trump's main advisers, who said that Greenland belongs to the US 'by right'.
US attack on Venezuela could set a dangerous precedent for Russia and China, writes the New York Times
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Global tensions rise after a US operation that resulted in the detention of the Venezuelan president.
Seven European leaders sign declaration to defend Greenland's autonomy
Donald Trump reiterated his aim to annex the territory to the United States.
3h. Nuclear weapons. Donald Trump threatens to 'topple' Iran
Trump's threat comes six months after attacks by Israel and the US on Tehran's nuclear programmes. Also, the PS calls on presidential candidates to the left of António José Seguro to withdraw.
Europe’s 5 stages of grief
It took the bloc an entire year to accept the loss of the transatlantic relationship. The question for 2026 is, will it turn this acceptance into action?
