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Does fate catch the fugitive around the very first corner, or is there no escape from fascism in this miserable chapter of history? Opinion by Maria Giulia Pinheiro

Multiple outlets report that detections of irregular entries into the European Union fell in 2025 to their lowest level since 2021, marking a significant decline in recorded arrivals. Coverage is largely descriptive and does not yet draw a single cause; analysts may point to shifting routes, enforcement changes or seasonal factors. Migrant communities, NGOs and organisations offering legal aid should monitor follow-up reports and policy responses.

Portugal has agreed to pay €8.8 million in lieu of accepting migrants under the European Union’s solidarity arrangements, opting to contribute financially rather than relocate asylum-seekers to the country.

Home News Portugal pays for not accepting migrants Portugal pays for not accepting migrants The Government has decided to pay €8. 4 million to the European Commission for its refusal to accept 420 asylum seekers from other member states.
When migration changes its name according to the colour of your skin, your passport and your bank balance. Opinion piece by Vivien Merciel Suarez

In reality, we are essentially a country of elderly people.

Livraria Saudade is organising an event to celebrate Immigrant Day, focusing on themes of migration and belonging.


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