Latest news and stories about republic day in Portugal for expats and residents.
A call to look ahead to the future in order to honour and commemorate a vision for the country.
A formal address delivered during the official event marking the 116th anniversary of the establishment of the Portuguese Republic.
On October 5, 1910, republican politician José Relvas proclaimed the Portuguese Republic from the balcony of Lisbon City Hall. The event followed years of monarchical decline, exacerbated by the 1908 assassination of King Carlos I. Brazil's President, Marshal Hermes da Fonseca, was visiting Portugal at the time, with his delegation witnessing the revolution from the battleship São Paulo in the Tagus River. Consequently, Brazil became the first nation to recognise the new regime. Recently, President António José Seguro marked the 116th anniversary of the Republic by calling for a 'new political culture' based on long-term inter-party commitments to ensure the state serves all citizens effectively.
A visual look at the commemorative events marking the 116th anniversary of the establishment of the Portuguese Republic.
This Monday marks the Day of the Implantation of the Republic. Lisbon City Hall is the venue for the ceremony, which we are covering here minute by minute.
Portugal celebrates today the 116th anniversary of the Proclamation of the Portuguese Republic.
Creusa Raposo introduces a segment exploring the historical significance of October 5th in Portugal.
No one asked the Portuguese if they wanted to change the regime.
