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Portugal fights forest fires under state of alert

(MENAFN) Portugal is currently battling several forest fires under a state of alert as a severe heatwave grips southern and northern Europe, local media reported Tuesday. Four major wildfires remain active, especially in northern areas like Vila...

Portugal Battles Wildfires as Heatwave Persists

(MENAFN) Portugal remains on high alert as firefighters struggle to contain multiple active wildfires, while extreme weather continues to grip regions across southern and northern Europe, according to local media reports on Tuesday. In northern...

CE meets Mayor of Shanghai to usher new round of cooperation

MACAU, August 7 - The Chief Executive, Mr Sam Hou Fai, today met with the Mayor of Shanghai, Mr Gong Zheng, to exchange views on key areas and on projects for a new round of practical cooperation between Shanghai and Macao that will jointly serve...

Xenon Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results & Business Update

– Phase 3 azetukalner X-TOLE2 FOS study patient recruitment complete, with topline data anticipated in early 2026 – Phase 3 azetukalner neuropsychiatric studies underway with X-NOVA3 in MDD and X-CEED in BPD recently initiated – Phase 1 healthy...

Portugal’s PM Signals Possible Recognition of Palestinian State

(MENAFN) Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro announced Thursday that his administration plans to engage President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and all parliamentary political parties to discuss the possibility of officially recognizing the State...

UM holds UAUC joint meeting, Sam Hou Fai hopes UM will support Macao’s development as international hub for high-calibre talent

MACAU, August 5 - The University of Macau (UM) held the Joint Meeting of the University Assembly (UA) and University Council (UC) for the 2024/2025 academic year in the Ho Yin Conference Hall yesterday (4 August). Sam Hou Fai, chief executive of...

Portugal, Spain Face Record Wildfires

(MENAFN) Portugal and Spain are confronting a surge of wildfires driven by soaring temperatures, powerful winds, and prolonged dry spells on Wednesday, as officials across the Iberian Peninsula issue urgent warnings about critical fire risks. In...

Finland’s President Hints at Imminent Palestine Recognition

(MENAFN) Finland’s President Alexander Stubb declared Thursday his willingness to endorse the official recognition of Palestine, pending a formal proposal from the government. According to Finland’s Constitution, the president’s role in state...

Portugal Voices Skepticism on EU-U.S. Tariff Agreement

(MENAFN) Portugal has voiced serious reservations regarding the newly finalized tariff agreement between the European Union (EU) and the United States, labeling it a modest step forward that fails to achieve genuine free trade and imposes heavy...

Portugal's Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport meets with Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão as part of the XII CPLP Games

UM Portuguese Language Summer Programme concludes with showcase of participants’ learning outcomes

MACAU, August 1 - The Department of Portuguese of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Macau (UM) held a closing ceremony for the 39th Portuguese Language Summer Programme. During the event, participants showcased what they had...

Joint Statement on Gaza

SLOVENIA, August 10 - We firmly reject any demographic or territorial changes in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Actions in this regard constitute a flagrant violation of international law and international humanitarian law. The...

IPIM Organised a Delegation to Participate in the “Entrepreneurs Meeting for Commercial and Economic Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries” With 120 Business Matching Sessions Arranged and 6 Contracts Signed

MACAU, July 31 - The “Entrepreneurs Meeting for Commercial and Economic Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries - Malabo - 2025” was held in Equatorial Guinea on 29 July local time, with the theme of “Industrialisation...

The 2nd Galaxy Entertainment Group Macao International Shorts Film Festival collaborates with “Venice Days” at the Venice International Film Festival to promote outstanding short films and film culture in Macao

MACAU, July 30 - The “2nd Galaxy Entertainment Group Macao International Shorts Film Festival” (hereinafter referred to as the “GEG Macao International Shorts Film Festival”), jointly organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the...

39 Active Wildfires Sweep Portugal

(MENAFN) Portugal is currently grappling with 39 active wildfires, among which nine are classified as major and are burning across the country from north to south, the National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC) disclosed on...

UK IHT Shake-Up Presents Golden Opportunity for British Expats in Portugal

UK inheritance tax changes on pensions offer British expats a prime opportunity to utilise Portugal's favourable tax rules for family financial security. LISBON, PORTUGAL, July 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Changes to inheritance tax (IHT) on...

Bluewater Helps Hydrate Launch of Portugal Invitational, PGA TOUR Champions’ Premier New Event in Europe

Bluewater supports launch of new PGA TOUR Champions event – the Portugal Invitational – with stylish sustainable bottles and hydration station. VILAMOURA, PORTUGAL, July 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bluewater, a global leader in sustainable...

Portugal Leads EU for Property Price Growth in 2025

Portugal Tops EU Property Charts with 16.3% Growth, Driven by High Demand, Limited Supply, and Investor Confidence LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Portugal recorded the highest property price growth in the European...

CGTN: President Xi Jinping calls on China, EU to provide more stability, certainty for world

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with European Union leaders during their visit to Beijing for the 25th China-EU Summit on Thursday. CGTN published an article exploring China-EU relations in two-way trade and investment, emphasizing the need for...

Survey indicates EU nationals view political corruption as norm

(MENAFN) A recent Eurobarometer survey reveals that 69% of European Union citizens believe corruption is widespread in their countries, highlighting deep public skepticism about the effectiveness and fairness of anti-corruption measures. Over half...