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Portugal Resident24 Jul

PS accuses CHEGA of “trying to weaken PJ police” for ulterior motives

Portugal’s Socialist Party has accused CHEGA of using a parliamentary inquiry to try to weaken the PJ judicial police at a point where the force is investigating armed far-right groups The post PS accuses CHEGA of “trying to weaken PJ police” for ulterior motives appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Only suspect held over Loulé businessman’s murder found dead in Faro prison

The only suspect in custody over the abduction and murder of Algarve businessman Ricardo Claro has been found dead in his cell at Faro Prison. Rogério, a 39-year-old Brazilian national The post Only suspect held over Loulé businessman’s murder found dead in Faro prison appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Almada nursery says it is cooperating fully with investigation into toddler’s death

The nursery attended by the 18-month-old girl who died after being left inside a transport vehicle in Almada has said it is cooperating fully with authorities investigating the tragedy and The post Almada nursery says it is cooperating fully with investigation into toddler’s death appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

Amcham Portugal Barometer

American Companies Barometer in Portugal Highlights Their Growing Contribution to the Portuguese Economy and Portugal’s Potential as a European Digital Hub

The Portugal News24 Jul

New LEDEX Forum Event Puts AI in Practice for Business Leaders

LEDEX Forum has opened ticket sales for its 15 October 2026 conference, a full-day event for business leaders who want practical answers about using AI at work.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Discovering Tomorrow's Artists Today

Every finalist in the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize has invested hours of creativity, experimentation and determination into their work. Behind every piece is a young artist with the courage to share their ideas with the public.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal Golden Visa 2026: A Guide to EU Residency Through Investment

Recent changes to Portugal’s nationality law have extended the timeline for citizenship, but the country’s Golden Visa programme continues to offer a long-term residency pathway for non-EU investors. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal poised to land $40 billion US tech boost by 2031

Portugal is set to receive over $40 billion in American technology investment by 2031, a development that would make it home to the largest concentration of US artificial intelligence infrastructure anywhere in Europe.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portuguese football boss outlines “new culture of victory” following disappointing World Cup

The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has pledged to build a “new culture of victory” following Portugal’s disappointing World Cup campaign, while strengthening its investment in grassroots football through new partnerships The post Portuguese football boss outlines “new culture of victory” following disappointing W

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portugal “cannot accept EU cuts in cohesion, farming funds” – government

Portugal’s secretary of state for planning and regional development has said “the country cannot accept” a reduction in funding for cohesion and agriculture that exceeds the European Union average in The post Portugal “cannot accept EU cuts in cohesion, farming funds” – government appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

University of Lisbon to invest €20m in AI and science data centres

The University of Lisbon (ULisboa) is to invest €20 million in two new data centres designed to expand its artificial intelligence and scientific computing capabilities, in what it describes as The post University of Lisbon to invest €20m in AI and science data centres appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Jul

Minister assures funding for works in 451 Portuguese schools

The Minister of Territorial Cohesion guaranteed that none of the works in 451 schools decentralised to the municipalities will be left without funding after the end of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR).

The Portugal News22 Jul

Why Portugal's space economy is catching family offices' eye

Five centuries after its explorers charted the seas, Portugal is now looking to chart the skies, positioning itself as a rising player in Europe's space economy.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Portugal secures place among Europe's top 10 investment destinations

Portugal has been placed ninth in the Ernst & Young (EY) European Attractiveness Survey for foreign direct investment, highlighting its appeal to investors and entrepreneurs.

Portugal Resident22 Jul

No funding for breakthrough Alzheimer drugs, despite patient appeal

Portugal’s government has ruled out state funding for a new generation of Alzheimer drugs capable of slowing progression of the disease, despite fresh appeals from the country’s leading dementia charity The post No funding for breakthrough Alzheimer drugs, despite patient appeal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident22 Jul

Spanish firm to invest €120 million in renewable chemicals plant at Sines

Spanish renewable chemicals company Catalyxx is to invest €120 million in its first commercial-scale renewable chemicals plant, choosing Sines for the project as Portugal continues to attract major international industrial The post Spanish firm to invest €120 million in renewable chemicals plant at Sines appeared first

Portugal Resident22 Jul

Three Brazilians in custody after Porto businessman found beaten to death in own home

Three Brazilians preparing to leave Portugal in possession of thousands of euros in cash and various expensive items are now in police custody, suspected of having travelled here specifically to The post Three Brazilians in custody after Porto businessman found beaten to death in own home appeared first on Portugal Res

The Portugal News22 Jul

When Should You Hire a Private Detective in Portugal? Five Situations Where Reliable Information Can Make All the Difference

You suspect something isn't right — but suspicion alone rarely gives you the answers you need. Whether it's a partner's unexplained absences, a business partner's questionable decisions, or someone who has simply disappeared, the gap between doubt and certainty can be the most difficult place to be.     

The Portugal News21 Jul

Portugal's Next Investment Opportunity May Already Be Built

Portugal's biggest investment opportunity may not be building something new.

Portugal Resident21 Jul

Portugal inaugurates €25 million Xévora irrigation project to boost Alentejo agriculture

Portugal’s AD government has officially inaugurated the Xévora Irrigation Scheme (Aproveitamento Hidroagrícola do Xévora – AHX), a €25 million strategic infrastructure project designed to strengthen agriculture, attract investment and support The post Portugal inaugurates €25 million Xévora irrigation project to boost

Portugal Resident21 Jul

Google’s Nuvem cable strengthens Portugal’s role as transatlantic digital gateway

Portugal has strengthened its position as a strategic hub for transatlantic digital connectivity after Google’s Nuvem submarine cable was officially landed in Sines, marking another major investment in the country’s The post Google’s Nuvem cable strengthens Portugal’s role as transatlantic digital gateway appeared firs

Portugal Resident21 Jul

Parties welcome rail electrification but say Algarve needs more investment

Two political parties have welcomed the start of electric train services on the Algarve railway but argue that the milestone should mark the beginning – not the end – of The post Parties welcome rail electrification but say Algarve needs more investment appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News21 Jul

BlockDAG’s Aftersale Goes Live With 22% LIVE SWAP Discount While Hyperliquid Pulls Back & Cardano Price Slows Down

The recent market trends show that the Hyperliquid coin tests crucial support levels after a recent pullback. At the same time, the latest Cardano price forecast remains neutral despite its major upgrade, leaving many investors searching for clearer momentum to decide what crypto to buy now.

The Portugal News20 Jul

Girabolhos dam tender in Portugal moves forward with private investment

The Government has relaunched the Girabolhos dam project by issuing an international public tender, published in the Diário da República (Official Gazette), for the concession of water abstraction, hydroelectric generation, and the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the infrastructure for a 65-year per