Germany seeks military influence in the Baltic Sea and establishes a military base in Lithuania
The German government intends to strengthen its military presence in the Baltic States by stationing a brigade in Lithuania.
July 10, 2023Section
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Speculation about changes in Russian military leadership and possible implications for NATO
The British Daily Mail recently reported changes in Russia's military leadership, citing Russian media outlets including the Moscow Times.
July 9, 2023
Tourist arrivals in Portugal in 2022 10% below pre-pandemic levels
In 2022, Portugal welcomed 22.3 million non-resident tourists, a significant increase compared to the previous year. However, this number remained...
July 7, 2023
Portugal to strengthen monitoring of the San Tomean Sea and the Gulf of Guinea
Portugal has announced plans to reinforce surveillance efforts in the San Tomean sea and the Gulf of Guinea by replacing...
July 6, 2023
Portugal ends reciprocity agreement for Brazilian lawyers
The Portuguese Bar Association has terminated the reciprocity agreement with the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB).
July 5, 2023
Portugal strengthens public health with Cuban doctors
The Portuguese government has announced plans to bolster the country's public health system by hiring 300 doctors from Cuba.
July 5, 2023
Cape Verde and Portugal sign protocol on cooperation in electoral systems and census
Cape Verde and Portugal have signed a protocol to enhance collaboration in electoral systems and census administration, aiming for more...
July 3, 2023
Lisbon mayor accused of ‘boycotting’ slavery memorial
The mayor of Lisbon is facing accusations of deliberately obstructing the construction of Portugal's first memorial to the victims of...
July 3, 2023
EU, Indonesia and Malaysia establish task force to combat deforestation
The European Union (EU), along with Malaysia and Indonesia, has agreed to form a task force aimed at coordinating the...
June 30, 2023