Portugal

Country Portugal
Capital Lisbon
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR)
Languages Portuguese & Mirandese

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Following its heyday as a global maritime power during the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal lost much of its wealth and status with the destruction of Lisbon in a 1755 earthquake, occupation during the Napoleonic Wars, and the independence of its wealthiest colony of Brazil in 1822. A 1910 revolution deposed the monarchy; for most of the next six decades, repressive governments ran the country. In 1974, a left-wing military coup installed broad democratic reforms. The following year, Portugal granted independence to all of its African colonies. Portugal is a founding member of NATO and entered the EC (now the EU) in 1986.

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Portugal - Wikipedia
Portugal - CIA World Fact Book
Portugal - BBC
Portugal - National Geographic
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Portugal's hidden gems: 5 must-visit markets - NewsBytesPortugal's hidden gems: 5 must-visit markets  NewsBytes

Portugal seeks to participate in EU's SAFE defence funding mechanism - JanesPortugal seeks to participate in EU's SAFE defence funding mechanism  Janes

Portugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahPortugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Portugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state in September: PM - Al Arabiya EnglishPortugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state in September: PM  Al Arabiya English

Portugal makes cautious move toward recognizing Palestinian state - Arab NewsPortugal makes cautious move toward recognizing Palestinian state  Arab News

Tourism contributes nearly 12 pct of Portugal's economy in 2024, but growth impact slows - XinhuaTourism contributes nearly 12 pct of Portugal's economy in 2024, but growth impact slows  Xinhua

Diogo Dalot hopes Portugal and Liverpool hero Diogo Jota is 'remembered forever' - thenationalnews.comDiogo Dalot hopes Portugal and Liverpool hero Diogo Jota is 'remembered forever'  thenationalnews.com

Portugal eyes joining sixth-generation fighter programme - JanesPortugal eyes joining sixth-generation fighter programme  Janes

'There's an arrogance to the way they move around the city': is it time for digital nomads like me to leave Lisbon? - theguardian.com'There's an arrogance to the way they move around the city': is it time for digital nomads like me to leave Lisbon?  theguardian.com

Portugal battles three large wildfires in sweltering summer heat - ReutersPortugal battles three large wildfires in sweltering summer heat  Reuters

Rare cloud amazes beachgoers and weather experts in Portugal - AP NewsRare cloud amazes beachgoers and weather experts in Portugal  AP News

78,000-year-old footprints from Neanderthal man, child and toddler discovered on beach in Portugal - Live Science78,000-year-old footprints from Neanderthal man, child and toddler discovered on beach in Portugal  Live Science

Tesla sales in Portugal slump 48.5% in July, total EVs rise - ET AutoTesla sales in Portugal slump 48.5% in July, total EVs rise  ET Auto

Portugal says it will consider recognizing Palestinian state in September - The Times of IsraelPortugal says it will consider recognizing Palestinian state in September  The Times of Israel

A nostalgic train ride through Portugal - BBCA nostalgic train ride through Portugal  BBC

Video. Portugal battles major wildfires during intense summer heat - Euronews.comVideo. Portugal battles major wildfires during intense summer heat  Euronews.com

Portugal makes cautious move towards recognising Palestinian state - ReutersPortugal makes cautious move towards recognising Palestinian state  Reuters

Portugal 'considering' recognition of Palestinian state in September - Le Monde.frPortugal 'considering' recognition of Palestinian state in September  Le Monde.fr

Portugal battles to contain wildfires - France 24Portugal battles to contain wildfires  France 24

Portugal’s Passport Achieves Global Prestige with a Fourth-Place Ranking on the Henley Passport Index - Travel And Tour WorldPortugal’s Passport Achieves Global Prestige with a Fourth-Place Ranking on the Henley Passport Index  Travel And Tour World

Fisherman’s Trail Day 5: Odeceixe to Aljezur, Portugal - The TrekFisherman’s Trail Day 5: Odeceixe to Aljezur, Portugal  The Trek

Portugal Digital Nomad (Remote Work) Visa: D8 2025 Guide - Get Golden VisaPortugal Digital Nomad (Remote Work) Visa: D8 2025 Guide  Get Golden Visa

Portugal stocks lower at close of trade; PSI down 1.10% - Investing.comPortugal stocks lower at close of trade; PSI down 1.10%  Investing.com

Portugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state in September - The Times of IsraelPortugal to consider recognizing Palestinian state in September  The Times of Israel

Two Ipswich men die on holiday in Portugal - BBCTwo Ipswich men die on holiday in Portugal  BBC

Portugal evacuates villages as 1,800 firefighters combat wildfires - Euronews.comPortugal evacuates villages as 1,800 firefighters combat wildfires  Euronews.com

Portugal, Greece, France, Spain, Italy, And Germany Each Offer Unique Hidden Gems Where Domestic Travelers Go For Coastal Beauty, Mountain Air, And Cultural Riches Without The British Crowds - Travel And Tour WorldPortugal, Greece, France, Spain, Italy, And Germany Each Offer Unique Hidden Gems Where Domestic Travelers Go For Coastal Beauty, Mountain Air, And Cultural Riches Without The British Crowds  Travel And Tour World

Video. Portugal battles major wildfires as heat and winds intensify risk - Euronews.comVideo. Portugal battles major wildfires as heat and winds intensify risk  Euronews.com

Portugal to consult major parties about Palestine recognition, PM says - Euronews.comPortugal to consult major parties about Palestine recognition, PM says  Euronews.com

More than 1,000 firefighters battle three major blazes in Portugal - Euronews.comMore than 1,000 firefighters battle three major blazes in Portugal  Euronews.com

Portugal, Spain fight wave of wildfires - ReutersPortugal, Spain fight wave of wildfires  Reuters

Portugal’s Sousa named as Kuwait national team coach - SportstarPortugal’s Sousa named as Kuwait national team coach  Sportstar

Wildfire Map Spotlight: Portugal and Spain Wildfires - IQAirWildfire Map Spotlight: Portugal and Spain Wildfires  IQAir

Portugal shares lower at close of trade; PSI down 1.10% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaPortugal shares lower at close of trade; PSI down 1.10% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

Portugal to join France in recognizing Palestine, FM says - The Jerusalem PostPortugal to join France in recognizing Palestine, FM says  The Jerusalem Post

Portugal looks to Morocco for its energy security - AtalayarPortugal looks to Morocco for its energy security  Atalayar

Portugal to invest $466 million to boost grid management, battery storage after outage - ReutersPortugal to invest $466 million to boost grid management, battery storage after outage  Reuters

Spain, Portugal battle wave of wildfires as temperatures expected to rise - Daily ExcelsiorSpain, Portugal battle wave of wildfires as temperatures expected to rise  Daily Excelsior

Portugal deploys 2,500 firefighters as fires force village evacuations - Euronews.comPortugal deploys 2,500 firefighters as fires force village evacuations  Euronews.com

Portugal Might Secretly Have the Best Sandwiches in the World — Here's Where to Try Them - Food & WinePortugal Might Secretly Have the Best Sandwiches in the World — Here's Where to Try Them  Food & Wine

CEF Energy: paving the way for a green shipping corridor from Portugal to Northern Europe - cinea.ec.europa.euCEF Energy: paving the way for a green shipping corridor from Portugal to Northern Europe  cinea.ec.europa.eu

Portugal’s Tourism Sector Faces Slower Growth but Still Key to Economy - Travel And Tour WorldPortugal’s Tourism Sector Faces Slower Growth but Still Key to Economy  Travel And Tour World

Tesla sales in Portugal slump 48.5% in July, total EVs rise - TradingViewTesla sales in Portugal slump 48.5% in July, total EVs rise  TradingView

Portugal heat wave approaching – temperatures to hit 44ºC - The Portugal NewsPortugal heat wave approaching – temperatures to hit 44ºC  The Portugal News

Portugal signals support for Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara - ReutersPortugal signals support for Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara  Reuters

Portugal absorbs $34.4mn loss from TAP bond default - ch-aviationPortugal absorbs $34.4mn loss from TAP bond default  ch-aviation

Portugal plans energy storage tender by Jan under resilience measures - Renewables NowPortugal plans energy storage tender by Jan under resilience measures  Renewables Now

President Droupadi Murmu Holds Talks in Lisbon, Launches Stamp to Mark 50 Years of India-Portugal Ties - NewsonairPresident Droupadi Murmu Holds Talks in Lisbon, Launches Stamp to Mark 50 Years of India-Portugal Ties  Newsonair

Portugal to enforce beach access rules amid luxury resort development - Euronews.comPortugal to enforce beach access rules amid luxury resort development  Euronews.com

PRESIDENT OF INDIA IN PORTUGAL; MEETS PRESIDENT OF PORTUGAL AND LEADS DELEGATION-LEVEL TALKS - PIBPRESIDENT OF INDIA IN PORTUGAL; MEETS PRESIDENT OF PORTUGAL AND LEADS DELEGATION-LEVEL TALKS  PIB

Portugal to consult major parties and president about Palestinian state recognition, PM says - MSNPortugal to consult major parties and president about Palestinian state recognition, PM says  MSN

Development Co-operation Profiles: Portugal - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Portugal  OECD

Portugal to Premier League moves - how will Gyokeres compare to other transfers? - BBCPortugal to Premier League moves - how will Gyokeres compare to other transfers?  BBC

Spain, Portugal battle wave of wildfires - MillenniumPostSpain, Portugal battle wave of wildfires  MillenniumPost

Listen: Slovenia imposes arms embargo on Israel, Portugal signals recognition of Palestine - EUobserverListen: Slovenia imposes arms embargo on Israel, Portugal signals recognition of Palestine  EUobserver

Poland’s Tourism Soars as Wizz Air Introduces Direct Flights to Spain, Italy, Estonia, and Portugal from Kraków and Katowice - Travel And Tour WorldPoland’s Tourism Soars as Wizz Air Introduces Direct Flights to Spain, Italy, Estonia, and Portugal from Kraków and Katowice  Travel And Tour World

China’s Trina ships first containerised electrolyser to Portugal - H2 ViewChina’s Trina ships first containerised electrolyser to Portugal  H2 View

Tesla’s Portugal registrations drop 48.5% in July - Investing.comTesla’s Portugal registrations drop 48.5% in July  Investing.com

Man hands severed head to police in Portugal as murder probe begins - MSNMan hands severed head to police in Portugal as murder probe begins  MSN

Portugal to Recognize Palestinian State, Israel’s International Isolation Grows - Morocco World NewsPortugal to Recognize Palestinian State, Israel’s International Isolation Grows  Morocco World News

Portugal joins states considering recognition of Palestinian state in September - Middle East EyePortugal joins states considering recognition of Palestinian state in September  Middle East Eye

Portugal evacuates villages as wildfires injure 19, deploy 1,800 firefighters - MSNPortugal evacuates villages as wildfires injure 19, deploy 1,800 firefighters  MSN

Portugal’s Social Innovation Initiative - OECDPortugal’s Social Innovation Initiative  OECD

09.06.2025: Portugal Ambassador calls on Maharashtra Governor - rajbhavan-maharashtra.gov.in09.06.2025: Portugal Ambassador calls on Maharashtra Governor  rajbhavan-maharashtra.gov.in

Portugal's Morning Sunshine Is a Natural Prescription for Mental and Physical Wellness - The Portugal NewsPortugal's Morning Sunshine Is a Natural Prescription for Mental and Physical Wellness  The Portugal News

Spain, Latvia, Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Greece: The Future of European Tourism in 2025: Growth, Staffing Hurdles, and the Push for Skilled Workers - Travel And Tour WorldSpain, Latvia, Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Greece: The Future of European Tourism in 2025: Growth, Staffing Hurdles, and the Push for Skilled Workers  Travel And Tour World

Fisherman’s Trail Portugal Day 3: Almograve to Cavaleiro - The TrekFisherman’s Trail Portugal Day 3: Almograve to Cavaleiro  The Trek

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal on first leg of two-nation visit - The HinduPresident Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal on first leg of two-nation visit  The Hindu

Trina sends containerised hydrogen system for Portugal demo project - Renewables NowTrina sends containerised hydrogen system for Portugal demo project  Renewables Now

Portugal’s Reckon.ai raises €5.1M to accelerate global rollout of AI-powered smart lockers - Silicon CanalsPortugal’s Reckon.ai raises €5.1M to accelerate global rollout of AI-powered smart lockers  Silicon Canals

The needs and challenges of the Blue Economy sector in Portugal: bridging national and European strategies with the perceptions of the stakeholders - ScienceDirect.comThe needs and challenges of the Blue Economy sector in Portugal: bridging national and European strategies with the perceptions of the stakeholders  ScienceDirect.com

President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Portugal marks 50 years of India-Portugal diplomatic ties - DD NewsPresident Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Portugal marks 50 years of India-Portugal diplomatic ties  DD News

France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Germany And More Brace For New Passport Rules As UK Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning - Travel And Tour WorldFrance, Italy, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Germany And More Brace For New Passport Rules As UK Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning  Travel And Tour World

ME by Meliá lands in Portugal with purpose-built Lisbon property - Sleeper MagazineME by Meliá lands in Portugal with purpose-built Lisbon property  Sleeper Magazine

Portugal to invest €137mln in grid upgrades after April blackout - Euronews.comPortugal to invest €137mln in grid upgrades after April blackout  Euronews.com

Indian diplomats in Portugal let posters do the talking and Pakistani protesters got the message - Times of IndiaIndian diplomats in Portugal let posters do the talking and Pakistani protesters got the message  Times of India

Europe’s culinary capitals revealed - The Portugal NewsEurope’s culinary capitals revealed  The Portugal News

Spain and Portugal have more than 4,000 branded residences - Breaking Travel NewsSpain and Portugal have more than 4,000 branded residences  Breaking Travel News

The importance of laser treatments in managing glaucoma - The Portugal NewsThe importance of laser treatments in managing glaucoma  The Portugal News

TAP Air Portugal: Bet on North American Market Paying Off - Business Travel NewsTAP Air Portugal: Bet on North American Market Paying Off  Business Travel News

Portugal made progress in combatting violence against women, but urgent action still required - The Council of EuropePortugal made progress in combatting violence against women, but urgent action still required  The Council of Europe

Anti-Racism Commission calls on Portugal to improve the way law enforcement officials deal with hate crimes and to commit to Roma inclusion - The Council of EuropeAnti-Racism Commission calls on Portugal to improve the way law enforcement officials deal with hate crimes and to commit to Roma inclusion  The Council of Europe

International Flight Academy in Portugal Joins FTD.aero’s Customer Base - AFM.aeroInternational Flight Academy in Portugal Joins FTD.aero’s Customer Base  AFM.aero

Spain and Portugal Lead Southern Europe with Over Four Thousand Branded Residences Valued at More Than 5.2 Billion Euros - Travel And Tour WorldSpain and Portugal Lead Southern Europe with Over Four Thousand Branded Residences Valued at More Than 5.2 Billion Euros  Travel And Tour World

Portugal beat Spain in penalty shootout to win second Nations League crown - Al JazeeraPortugal beat Spain in penalty shootout to win second Nations League crown  Al Jazeera

Jose Mourinho denies Portugal national team talks I am loyal - ESPN IndiaJose Mourinho denies Portugal national team talks I am loyal  ESPN India

Portugal tightens immigration restrictions further - InfoMigrantsPortugal tightens immigration restrictions further  InfoMigrants

Portugal's Sousa named as Kuwait national team coach - ReutersPortugal's Sousa named as Kuwait national team coach  Reuters

Al Nassr boss Jorge Jesus keen to sign Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal teammate - sportingnews.comAl Nassr boss Jorge Jesus keen to sign Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal teammate  sportingnews.com

Explore Portugal’s historic hilltop hamlets in a free electric hire car - theguardian.comExplore Portugal’s historic hilltop hamlets in a free electric hire car  theguardian.com

ESA Captures Striking Satellite Image of Wildfires in Northern Portugal [PHOTO] - Orbital TodayESA Captures Striking Satellite Image of Wildfires in Northern Portugal [PHOTO]  Orbital Today

If every Portuguese child grew a tree - Portugal ResidentIf every Portuguese child grew a tree  Portugal Resident

President Abbas welcomes Portugal’s decision to begin recognition process of State of Palestine - WAFA AgencyPresident Abbas welcomes Portugal’s decision to begin recognition process of State of Palestine  WAFA Agency

12% of Portuguese GDP from tourism - The Portugal News12% of Portuguese GDP from tourism  The Portugal News

Portugal considers sweetening incentives for Golden Visa program - The Economic TimesPortugal considers sweetening incentives for Golden Visa program  The Economic Times

Neemias Queta in Portugal Preparing for EuroBasket and Big Celtics Role - CLNS MediaNeemias Queta in Portugal Preparing for EuroBasket and Big Celtics Role  CLNS Media

Portugal travel - Lonely PlanetPortugal travel  Lonely Planet

US tariffs on European wines and spirits begin - The Portugal NewsUS tariffs on European wines and spirits begin  The Portugal News

‘New paradigm’: A fractured Portugal votes again, amid corruption cloud - Al Jazeera‘New paradigm’: A fractured Portugal votes again, amid corruption cloud  Al Jazeera

Portugal tightens citizenship rules, doubles wait time for foreigners - The Economic TimesPortugal tightens citizenship rules, doubles wait time for foreigners  The Economic Times

Annual city festival - The Portugal NewsAnnual city festival  The Portugal News

Fisherman’s Trail Day 2: Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve - The TrekFisherman’s Trail Day 2: Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve  The Trek