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Marcelo assures he “already knew” of the Government’s intention regarding Palestine
While speaking to journalists on the island of Pico in the Azores, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa stated that he was already aware of the Government’s intention, saying he frequently communicates with the Prime Minister “day in, day out.” He added that...

Portugal will also recognize Palestinian state in September
ALBAWABA - Prime Minister of Portugal, Luís Montenegro, said on Thursday that his country will be recognizing the state of Palestine in September. Portugal's decision follows same announcements made by Canada, France, the UK and other nations amid...

Mapping a path through M&A law
Evolution of the regulatory environment in Taiwan, India, Japan, South Korea, mainland China and Thailand aim to address dynamic shifts in mergers and acquisitions China’s cross-border M&A: Rules and trends In recent years, due to geopolitical...

UAE welcomes international push for broader recognition of Palestine
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has hailed the international push for broader recognition of Palestine. In a Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement late on Thursday, Sheikh Abdullah said he welcomed...

Portugal plans $4.6 billion in port investments by 2035
Miguel Pinto Luz said the investment would be made in six ports, including the port of Sines.Portugal's government announced on Wednesday an investment plan worth €4 billion ($4.6 billion) to expand and modernise its main ports over the next 10...

Portugal deploys 2,500 firefighters as wildfires force village evacuations
Published on 31/07/2025 - 11:12 GMT+2 Portugal deployed 2,500 firefighters on Thursday to battle 10 active wildfires as authorities evacuated four villages in Ponte da Barca and arrested a suspect linked to four blazes in northern districts. The...

Four Scout leaders from Gwent represent UK at international event in Portugal
Amy Bowman, a veterinary student from Cwmbran, Carys Curwood, a dog walker from Bishton, Ethan Macey, an environmental science student from Rogerstone, and Megan Sweet, an IT security student from Magor, are among 9,000 Scouts aged 18 to 25 from...

Portugal’s Moment
Portugal is at a defining moment in its innovation journey. No longer aspiring to copy Silicon Valley, or any other model, the country is confidently shaping its own path as a global tech hub. With a rich mix of talent, quality of life,...

Canada plans to recognise Palestine, Portugal ponders
Oman has welcomed the announcement by the Prime Ministers of Canada and Malta regarding their countries’ intent to recognise the State of Palestine. In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, Oman commended this diplomatic development as a...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife offering free admission to state parks in August for active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members
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Starting pistol fired for Portugal’s first high-speed railway
The European Investment Bank (EIB) this week released the first tranche of funding – €875m – to start work on Portugal’s first high-speed railway between Porto and Lisbon. The loan goes toward the initial, 71km section between Porto in the north...
Turkish President Erdogan welcomes steps by European countries to recognise a Palestinian state
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has welcomed steps being taken by European countries to recognise a Palestinian state. “We find the recent humanitarian reactions coming from Europe, particularly from France and Britain, very valuable. We...

Recognition of Palestine “Government acknowledges it comes late,” says PS
“What the government is acknowledging by initiating this process is that it failed in recognizing the importance and urgency of this step. If it truly wants to contribute to a lasting solution, if it wants to ensure the right of both states to...

Saudi Arabia welcomes Portugal’s plan to recognize Palestine in September
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has welcomed Portugal’s announcement that it will begin procedures to formally recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in September. In a statement...

Spain and Portugal battle wave of wildfires as temperatures to rise in coming days
In central Spain, firefighters and a special military unit worked overnight to control blazes in the province of Avila, focusing on confining a fire burning near the village of El Arenal, about 100km (62 miles) west of Madrid, emergency services...

Iraq welcomes new wave of international recognition for Palestine
2025-07-31T19:45:18+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News – Baghdad Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed recent announcements by several countries recognizing the State of Palestine. In an official statement on Thursday, the...

Ukrainian law restores independence to anti-corruption agencies
By Daria Tarasova-Markina and Catherine Nicholls, CNN (CNN) — A host of European leaders welcomed the news that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law restoring independence to his country’s main anti-corruption agencies. A total...

Science | International Conference on Climate and Economy – Azores
Posted on 31 July 2025. The Regional Government of the Azores and the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) hosted the international conference “Weather, Climate and the Economy” this week at the Ramo Grande Auditorium in Praia da...

BAGAIA enhances air safety oversight with new governance framework
The 12th Commission Meeting of the Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency (BAGAIA) has concluded in Abuja, Nigeria, with a renewed commitment to regional collaboration in aviation safety and the formal establishment of a new Board of...

Forget Nelson Semedo: Wolves can get over major exit by signing 55-time international with 19 PL assists
Wolves are still searching for a Nelson Semedo successor Wolves are expected to be in the market for a right-back this summer following the departure of club captain Nelson Semedo on a free transfer. The Portuguese international, who cost the club...