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President of the Republic, António José Seguro, warned this Friday in Vila Real that culture provides visibility to territories and that a country which neglects its inland regions ultimately impoverishes itself.
Sofia Lourenço emphasizes the importance of cooperation among Portuguese-speaking countries and calls for initiatives that connect traditional values, modern innovation, and welcoming practices in the inland regions of Portugal.
Álvaro Beleza addresses the topic of regional development and the interior of Portugal during a session at the Rotary Club of Coimbra.
The President of the Republic gave a speech in Vila Nova de Cerveira, where he visited the International Art Biennial, and warned about the depopulation and ageing of the interior.
Trains no longer pass through Marvão, but the Beirã station has a new lease on life.
António José Seguro begins his first open presidency this Monday, choosing the Central region to fulfil his promise of visiting the territories most affected by the storm. Sertã is the first stop. He states, 'I have come to see what went well and what went wrong, the support that is arriving and the support that is delayed. And above all, to leave a word of hope, that this tragedy is not stronger than our conviction, our energy, and our belief in this country and these territories.' He added, 'I want this week to give a voice to the people who have lost their voice. That is also one of the President's functions. The President of the Republic has a responsibility to cooperate with all sovereign bodies to find solutions, because this is not a situation where only some have responsibilities. It is a responsibility of the State as a whole.' He also made an appeal to the Portuguese people.
The President of the Republic visited the village of Mourísia, in the municipality of Arganil, which was surrounded by flames in 2025.
