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Nuno Melo admits to evaluating membership in NATO's satellite constellation

The Minister of National Defence stated that Portugal is currently focused on the 'Atlantic Constellation' project but is keeping the possibility of joining NATO's satellite initiative under permanent review. During a seminar in Lisbon, Nuno Melo also confirmed Portugal's willingness to contribute to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, provided that specific safety and ceasefire conditions are met.

Aguiar-Branco to host Roberta Metsola at the Assembly of the Republic on Friday

The President of the European Parliament will also unveil a commemorative plaque for the 40th anniversary of Portugal's accession to the EEC alongside Paulo Rangel, as well as meet with the presidents of the regional governments of Madeira and the Azores.

Minister of Agriculture and Maritime Affairs says it is "extremely important" that agricultural policy remains common

José Manuel Fernandes also considered it “unacceptable” that the CAP proposal excludes retirees and pensioners from support.

Portugal summons Russian ambassador in Lisbon to request explanations after "serious attack" that hit NATO territory

The Prime Minister expressed full solidarity with Romania and “strongly condemned this attack and any attempt at escalation”

Seguro advocates for the end of unanimity in EU decisions

The President of the Republic argued this Wednesday for the political deepening of the European Union through institutional reforms that include ending the unanimity rule in certain areas and strengthening its autonomy in technological and energy terms. At the closing of the La Toja Forum – Atlantic Bond, at the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation in Lisbon, António José...

Portugal: Luís Montenegro receives María Corina Machado and reinforces call for democratic transition in Venezuela

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro meets with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado to reiterate support for a democratic transition in Venezuela.

Agência Incomparáveis27 Apr

Corina Machado to be received today by Luís Montenegro and Paulo Rangel

The Venezuelan opposition leader has her first meeting scheduled for 1:15 PM at the São Bento Palace.

CE wraps up fruitful visit to Portugal – Macao SAR Government Portal - 澳門特別行政區政府入口網站

Google News – Portugal (English)22 Apr

What budget? What policies? - Portugal and the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework (2028-2034) - Portuguese Communist Party

An analysis of Portugal's position and priorities regarding the upcoming European Union budget cycle for 2028-2034, as presented by the Portuguese Communist Party.

Partido Comunista Português21 Apr

MEPs visit Lisbon to analyse responses to the housing crisis

The visit begins on Monday, the day on which the MEPs will discuss Portugal's affordable housing programme.

Seguro convenes first Council of State for 17 April on Security and Defence

The President of the Republic, António José Seguro, has called his first Council of State for 17 April to discuss security and defence, as previously announced during his campaign. The meeting will take place at the Belém Palace at 3:00 PM. This follows Seguro's first 'Open Presidency' tour, scheduled for 6-10 April. During the presidential campaign, Seguro pledged to prioritise this topic to maintain national consensus and strengthen Europe and Portugal's strategic autonomy. The Council of State, an advisory body to the President, currently lacks full membership as the Assembly of the Republic has yet to appoint its representatives, and Seguro has not yet named his own appointees.