Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância de Ponta Delgada 2026 para afirmar a "dimensão cultural dos Açores"
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância de Ponta Delgada 2026 para afirmar a "dimensão cultural dos Açores"
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Vice-Presidência do Governo promove Conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes
Vice-Presidência do Governo promove Conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes
Secretaria Regional da Educação, Cultura e Desporto
Governo Regional felicita atleta açoriana Ana Filipe pelos títulos conquistados nos Mundiais VIRTUS
Governo Regional felicita atleta açoriana Ana Filipe pelos títulos conquistados nos Mundiais VIRTUS
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional promove ‘roadshow’ de apresentação do ecossistema digital LINKA
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional promove ‘roadshow’ de apresentação do ecossistema digital LINKA
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October 18, 2025
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância de Ponta Delgada 2026 para afirmar a "dimensão cultural dos Açores"
O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, presidiu hoje, no Auditório Luís de Camões, em Ponta Delgada, à cerimónia de assinatura do Protocolo de Financiamento à Ponta Delgada 2026 – Capital Portuguesa da Cultura (PDL26). O acordo foi celebrado entre o Governo dos Açores, a Ministra da Cultura, Juventude e Desporto, Margarida Balseiro Lopes, o Secretário de Estado do Turismo, Pedro Machado, e o Presidente da Câmara Municipal de Ponta Delgada, Pedro Nascimento Cabral, numa iniciativa promovida pela Comissária da PDL26, Katia Guerreiro. O protocolo define os termos de cooperação e o apoio financeiro a prestar pelos ministérios e pela Região Autónoma dos Açores ao Município de Ponta Delgada, com vista ao planeamento, promoção e execução da iniciativa Ponta Delgada 2026 – Capital Portuguesa da Cultura. O Governo dos Açores assegurará um financiamento de um milhão de euros, através do PO Açores 2030. O líder do executivo açoriano sublinhou a importância simbólica e estratégica do momento, afirmando: "a cultura é uma expressão da nossa identidade e da nossa ligação ao país e à Europa. É através dela que mostramos que os Açores não são periféricos, mas centrais na criatividade e na ousadia cultural portuguesa.” O Presidente do Governo dos Açores destacou ainda que a criação da figura da Capital Portuguesa da Cultura permite uma compreensão mais abrangente do território nacional. “Esta é uma forma de compreender melhor o país inteiro, envolvendo as várias geografias, incluindo a insular. É fundamental que o Governo da República perceba que Portugal não é apenas o continente, mas também o seu espaço atlântico e cultural", afirmou. O governante aproveitou o momento para enaltecer os agentes culturais açorianos, reconhecendo o seu papel na valorização do património coletivo e na projeção da Região. “É um orgulho perceber que os Açores têm, na cultura portuguesa, uma dimensão ímpar. Personalidades como Vitorino Nemésio, Antero de Quental, Teófilo Braga ou Natália Correia continuam a inspirar o nosso compromisso com a cultura e com a liberdade de pensamento", lembrou o governante. José Manuel Bolieiro considerou ainda que a distinção de Ponta Delgada como Capital Portuguesa da Cultura será um momento de regeneração urbana e de afirmação internacional da cidade e da Região, promovendo o desenvolvimento cultural, social, económico e turístico dos Açores.
October 18, 2025
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância de Ponta Delgada 2026 para afirmar a "dimensão cultural dos Açores"
O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, presidiu hoje, no Auditório Luís de Camões, em Ponta Delgada, à cerimónia de assinatura do Protocolo de Financiamento à Ponta Delgada 2026 – Capital Portuguesa da Cultura (PDL26). O acordo foi celebrado entre o Governo dos Açores, a Ministra da Cultura, Juventude e Desporto, Margarida Balseiro Lopes, o Secretário de Estado do Turismo, Pedro Machado, e o Presidente da Câmara Municipal de Ponta Delgada, Pedro Nascimento Cabral, numa iniciativa promovida pela Comissária da PDL26, Katia Guerreiro. O protocolo define os termos de cooperação e o apoio financeiro a prestar pelos ministérios e pela Região Autónoma dos Açores ao Município de Ponta Delgada, com vista ao planeamento, promoção e execução da iniciativa Ponta Delgada 2026 – Capital Portuguesa da Cultura. O Governo dos Açores assegurará um financiamento de um milhão de euros, através do PO Açores 2030. O líder do executivo açoriano sublinhou a importância simbólica e estratégica do momento, afirmando: "a cultura é uma expressão da nossa identidade e da nossa ligação ao país e à Europa. É através dela que mostramos que os Açores não são periféricos, mas centrais na criatividade e na ousadia cultural portuguesa.” O Presidente do Governo dos Açores destacou ainda que a criação da figura da Capital Portuguesa da Cultura permite uma compreensão mais abrangente do território nacional. “Esta é uma forma de compreender melhor o país inteiro, envolvendo as várias geografias, incluindo a insular. É fundamental que o Governo da República perceba que Portugal não é apenas o continente, mas também o seu espaço atlântico e cultural", afirmou. O governante aproveitou o momento para enaltecer os agentes culturais açorianos, reconhecendo o seu papel na valorização do património coletivo e na projeção da Região. “É um orgulho perceber que os Açores têm, na cultura portuguesa, uma dimensão ímpar. Personalidades como Vitorino Nemésio, Antero de Quental, Teófilo Braga ou Natália Correia continuam a inspirar o nosso compromisso com a cultura e com a liberdade de pensamento", lembrou o governante. José Manuel Bolieiro considerou ainda que a distinção de Ponta Delgada como Capital Portuguesa da Cultura será um momento de regeneração urbana e de afirmação internacional da cidade e da Região, promovendo o desenvolvimento cultural, social, económico e turístico dos Açores.
Nota de Imprensa
October 18, 2025
Vice-Presidência do Governo promove Conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes
A Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional dos Açores promove na próxima terça-feira, dia 21 de outubro, às 18h00, no Palácio dos Capitães-Generais, em Angra do Heroísmo, uma conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes, subordinada ao tema “Visões de Futuro”. A Base das Lajes representa um marco na história mundial, das relações entre os Estados Unidos da América e Portugal, e marca significativamente a história dos últimos 100 anos da Ilha Terceira e dos Açores. Como tal, o evento contará com uma sessão sobre “O Poder Aéreo nos Açores: da Segunda Guerra Mundial aos desafios do século XXI”, proferida pelo Major Doutor Pedro Ventura. Por intermédio do Professor Doutor Luís de Andrade, será também promovida uma palestra intitulada “Os Açores e as Relações Internacionais: uma reflexão”, seguida da apresentação “Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes: o estado da arte”, com intervenção do Doutor Armando Mendes, que assegurará igualmente a moderação do debate subsequente. A conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes contará com a presença do Sr. Vice-Presidente do Governo Regional, Artur Lima, que presidirá à abertura da conferência, e o encerramento estará a cargo do Presidente da Assembleia Legislativa da Região Autónoma dos Açores, Luís Garcia, que preside à conferência. Este evento decorre no âmbito do projeto de criação do Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes, que está a ser desenvolvido pela Vice-Presidência do Governo, em colaboração com o Instituto Histórico da Ilha Terceira.
October 18, 2025
Vice-Presidência do Governo promove Conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes
A Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional dos Açores promove na próxima terça-feira, dia 21 de outubro, às 18h00, no Palácio dos Capitães-Generais, em Angra do Heroísmo, uma conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes, subordinada ao tema “Visões de Futuro”. A Base das Lajes representa um marco na história mundial, das relações entre os Estados Unidos da América e Portugal, e marca significativamente a história dos últimos 100 anos da Ilha Terceira e dos Açores. Como tal, o evento contará com uma sessão sobre “O Poder Aéreo nos Açores: da Segunda Guerra Mundial aos desafios do século XXI”, proferida pelo Major Doutor Pedro Ventura. Por intermédio do Professor Doutor Luís de Andrade, será também promovida uma palestra intitulada “Os Açores e as Relações Internacionais: uma reflexão”, seguida da apresentação “Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes: o estado da arte”, com intervenção do Doutor Armando Mendes, que assegurará igualmente a moderação do debate subsequente. A conferência sobre o Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes contará com a presença do Sr. Vice-Presidente do Governo Regional, Artur Lima, que presidirá à abertura da conferência, e o encerramento estará a cargo do Presidente da Assembleia Legislativa da Região Autónoma dos Açores, Luís Garcia, que preside à conferência. Este evento decorre no âmbito do projeto de criação do Centro Interpretativo da Base das Lajes, que está a ser desenvolvido pela Vice-Presidência do Governo, em colaboração com o Instituto Histórico da Ilha Terceira.
Nota de Imprensa
October 17, 2025
Governo Regional felicita atleta açoriana Ana Filipe pelos títulos conquistados nos Mundiais VIRTUS
O Governo dos Açores, pela Secretária Regional com a tutela do Desporto, Sofia Ribeiro, congratula a atleta açoriana Ana Filipe, do Clube Desportivo da Associação Cristã da Mocidade, pela notável prestação nos Mundiais VIRTUS, onde foi reconhecida como a melhor atleta feminina da competição. Ana Filipe conquistou três medalhas de ouro, nas provas de 100 metros barreiras, salto em altura e triplo salto, e ainda uma medalha de prata no salto em comprimento, distinguindo-se entre as melhores atletas do mundo. “É com grande orgulho e admiração que celebramos este extraordinário resultado. Ana Filipe é um exemplo de dedicação, talento e perseverança, que enche de orgulho todos os açorianos e eleva o nome dos Açores no panorama desportivo internacional”, sublinha Sofia Ribeiro. A governante destacou ainda o papel determinante do Clube Desportivo da Associação Cristã da Mocidade e o trabalho técnico e humano desenvolvido pela treinadora Ana Paula Costa, cuja dedicação e competência têm sido fundamentais para o percurso de sucesso da atleta. Este resultado reforça o prestígio do desporto açoriano a nível mundial e testemunha o valor dos seus atletas, treinadores e clubes na promoção do talento, da inclusão e da excelência desportiva.
October 17, 2025
Governo Regional felicita atleta açoriana Ana Filipe pelos títulos conquistados nos Mundiais VIRTUS
O Governo dos Açores, pela Secretária Regional com a tutela do Desporto, Sofia Ribeiro, congratula a atleta açoriana Ana Filipe, do Clube Desportivo da Associação Cristã da Mocidade, pela notável prestação nos Mundiais VIRTUS, onde foi reconhecida como a melhor atleta feminina da competição. Ana Filipe conquistou três medalhas de ouro, nas provas de 100 metros barreiras, salto em altura e triplo salto, e ainda uma medalha de prata no salto em comprimento, distinguindo-se entre as melhores atletas do mundo. “É com grande orgulho e admiração que celebramos este extraordinário resultado. Ana Filipe é um exemplo de dedicação, talento e perseverança, que enche de orgulho todos os açorianos e eleva o nome dos Açores no panorama desportivo internacional”, sublinha Sofia Ribeiro. A governante destacou ainda o papel determinante do Clube Desportivo da Associação Cristã da Mocidade e o trabalho técnico e humano desenvolvido pela treinadora Ana Paula Costa, cuja dedicação e competência têm sido fundamentais para o percurso de sucesso da atleta. Este resultado reforça o prestígio do desporto açoriano a nível mundial e testemunha o valor dos seus atletas, treinadores e clubes na promoção do talento, da inclusão e da excelência desportiva.
Nota de Imprensa
October 17, 2025
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional promove ‘roadshow’ de apresentação do ecossistema digital LINKA
A Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional dos Açores, através da Direção Regional das Comunicações e da Transição Digital, irá promover um ciclo de sessões de apresentação e ‘workshops’ dedicados ao ecossistema digital LINKA — a nova arquitetura de sistemas de informação de utilização transversal pela Administração Pública Regional. As sessões, que irão decorrer entre os dias 20 e 27 de outubro, terão lugar nas ilhas Terceira, Faial e São Miguel e destinam-se a decisores e equipas técnicas de sistemas de informação de todos os departamentos do Governo Regional. De acordo com Artur Lima, o LINKA representa um “avanço decisivo na modernização administrativa e digital dos Açores, por permitir unificar e simplificar a interação entre cidadãos, empresas e Administração Pública Regional, por garantir uma maior eficiência na tramitação de processos e na gestão interna, por reforçar a segurança e a interoperabilidade, através de soluções modernas e escaláveis, e por disponibilizar serviços digitais acessíveis, claros e transparentes, contribuindo para uma relação mais próxima e ágil entre os açorianos e os serviços públicos”. Entre os principais componentes do LINKA, encontram-se o Azor.ID (identidade digital única), o Portal de Serviços (ponto único de acesso digital a serviços públicos), o RegiDoc (gestão de documentos oficiais), a Plataforma de Dados Abertos, o SIGIGRA (tramitação de processos) e o Simulador de Incentivos e Apoios (SIA). Ao lançar este ciclo de sessões, “a Vice-Presidência reforça o compromisso do Governo Regional em valorizar o investimento público realizado através do PRR, garantindo que cada departamento da Administração Regional adota e integra estas ferramentas digitais, gerando ganhos de eficiência, transparência e qualidade de serviço ao cidadão e às empresas”, salientou Artur Lima. Depois do investimento nas infraestruturas AzoresCloud e na segurança, através do Azores Cyber360, o LINKA constitui, assim, um passo estrutural na transformação digital e organizacional da Administração Pública dos Açores, colocando a Região na linha da frente da modernização administrativa em Portugal.
October 17, 2025
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional promove ‘roadshow’ de apresentação do ecossistema digital LINKA
A Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional dos Açores, através da Direção Regional das Comunicações e da Transição Digital, irá promover um ciclo de sessões de apresentação e ‘workshops’ dedicados ao ecossistema digital LINKA — a nova arquitetura de sistemas de informação de utilização transversal pela Administração Pública Regional. As sessões, que irão decorrer entre os dias 20 e 27 de outubro, terão lugar nas ilhas Terceira, Faial e São Miguel e destinam-se a decisores e equipas técnicas de sistemas de informação de todos os departamentos do Governo Regional. De acordo com Artur Lima, o LINKA representa um “avanço decisivo na modernização administrativa e digital dos Açores, por permitir unificar e simplificar a interação entre cidadãos, empresas e Administração Pública Regional, por garantir uma maior eficiência na tramitação de processos e na gestão interna, por reforçar a segurança e a interoperabilidade, através de soluções modernas e escaláveis, e por disponibilizar serviços digitais acessíveis, claros e transparentes, contribuindo para uma relação mais próxima e ágil entre os açorianos e os serviços públicos”. Entre os principais componentes do LINKA, encontram-se o Azor.ID (identidade digital única), o Portal de Serviços (ponto único de acesso digital a serviços públicos), o RegiDoc (gestão de documentos oficiais), a Plataforma de Dados Abertos, o SIGIGRA (tramitação de processos) e o Simulador de Incentivos e Apoios (SIA). Ao lançar este ciclo de sessões, “a Vice-Presidência reforça o compromisso do Governo Regional em valorizar o investimento público realizado através do PRR, garantindo que cada departamento da Administração Regional adota e integra estas ferramentas digitais, gerando ganhos de eficiência, transparência e qualidade de serviço ao cidadão e às empresas”, salientou Artur Lima. Depois do investimento nas infraestruturas AzoresCloud e na segurança, através do Azores Cyber360, o LINKA constitui, assim, um passo estrutural na transformação digital e organizacional da Administração Pública dos Açores, colocando a Região na linha da frente da modernização administrativa em Portugal.
Nota de Imprensa
October 17, 2025
“Digital Youth” – Applications open to support training in digital skills
Applications are now open for measure 2 of “Digital Youth - Local Training Workshops in Digital Skills," a programme created this year by the Regional Secretariat for Youth, Housing and Employment, through the Regional Directorate for Youth, to support the creation of training spaces at the headquarters of youth associations, or similar organisations, in the Region. Youth associations or similar organisations with applications approved under measure 1, which supports the purchase of laptops, software and internet services, can apply for measure 2 to support training in the digital field, through the Youth Portal available at juventude.azores.gov.pt. Applications must be submitted by November 30. According to an Order issued by the Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, Maria João Carreiro, Short-Term Training Units (UFCD) should be promoted next year, face-to-face and free of charge, in the following areas of the National Qualifications Catalogue: UFCD Level 2 3772 - Information technology from the user's perspective – fundamentals 1421 - Information technology security UFCD Level 4 9950 - Fundamental concepts of programming 9976 - Design and development of mobile applications UFCD Level 5 9188 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity The "Digital Youth" programme includes two types of support totalling up to €10,850.00 per association. One type of support provides 95% co-financing for the purchase of laptops, software and internet services, up to a total of €8,100.00, and another type of support finances short-term training courses in digital skills for young people. In the latter case, the support covers each hour of training, between €40 and €50, up to a maximum of €2,500.00, and expenses for computer consumables, support services, maintenance or other items essential to the training, up to a maximum of €250. Young people aged between 12 and 24, or up to the age of 30 if part of social inclusion or reintegration projects, can benefit from the "Digital Youth" programme. Promoting organisations include youth associations, similar associations and others with an activity plan for young people, as well as Vocational Schools and Certified Training Entities.
October 17, 2025
“Digital Youth” – Applications open to support training in digital skills
Applications are now open for measure 2 of “Digital Youth - Local Training Workshops in Digital Skills," a programme created this year by the Regional Secretariat for Youth, Housing and Employment, through the Regional Directorate for Youth, to support the creation of training spaces at the headquarters of youth associations, or similar organisations, in the Region. Youth associations or similar organisations with applications approved under measure 1, which supports the purchase of laptops, software and internet services, can apply for measure 2 to support training in the digital field, through the Youth Portal available at juventude.azores.gov.pt. Applications must be submitted by November 30. According to an Order issued by the Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, Maria João Carreiro, Short-Term Training Units (UFCD) should be promoted next year, face-to-face and free of charge, in the following areas of the National Qualifications Catalogue: UFCD Level 2 3772 - Information technology from the user's perspective – fundamentals 1421 - Information technology security UFCD Level 4 9950 - Fundamental concepts of programming 9976 - Design and development of mobile applications UFCD Level 5 9188 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity The "Digital Youth" programme includes two types of support totalling up to €10,850.00 per association. One type of support provides 95% co-financing for the purchase of laptops, software and internet services, up to a total of €8,100.00, and another type of support finances short-term training courses in digital skills for young people. In the latter case, the support covers each hour of training, between €40 and €50, up to a maximum of €2,500.00, and expenses for computer consumables, support services, maintenance or other items essential to the training, up to a maximum of €250. Young people aged between 12 and 24, or up to the age of 30 if part of social inclusion or reintegration projects, can benefit from the "Digital Youth" programme. Promoting organisations include youth associations, similar associations and others with an activity plan for young people, as well as Vocational Schools and Certified Training Entities.
Nota de Imprensa
October 17, 2025
Alonso Miguel visits Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre after fire
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, travelled to Graciosa Island on Thursday to visit the Waste Processing Centre (CPR), following the fire that broke out on October 9 at that facility. The main purpose of the visit was to assess the damage caused by the fire, meet with the entities responsible for managing the space, and monitor the cleaning, repair, and reactivation of operations. During the visit, the government official highlighted “the rapid and effective response of the Santa Cruz da Graciosa volunteer firefighters, as well as the various teams present at the scene. They acted promptly to fight the flames, limiting the spread of the fire, minimising environmental impacts and contributing to the safety of people and property.” "All available resources were mobilised to control the situation and ensure the safety of the population and the environment. The priority, immediately after extinguishing the fire, was to ensure a swift and safe recovery of the centre's operations, while also reinforcing prevention and monitoring measures, stated Alonso Miguel. In 2012, the Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre was awarded, through a public tender, to Equiambi, Lda., which is also responsible for managing the São Jorge Island Waste Processing Centre. The Regional Secretary also stressed that the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action "will continue to monitor the situation closely, in coordination with the municipality of Santa Cruz da Graciosa and Equiambi, the company managing the Centre, to ensure a coordinated and effective response." “The damage caused by the fire is currently being assessed, as well as its coverage under the insurance policies held by the concessionaire. At the same time, various actions are underway to restore waste reception and processing on the island, guaranteeing the continuity of this essential public service,” added the Regional Secretary. Alonso Miguel explained that, with a view to restoring normal operations at CPR, Equiambi has already sent a set of equipment and technical resources to Graciosa, including a forklift, while a pressork, a rotating fork clamp and a telescopic forklift, as well as roll baling equipment, are already in the process of being transported. "Loader services have also been commissioned, and a technician specialising in dismantling is on the island to coordinate the removal and replacement of affected structures," he added. Meanwhile, specialised equipment for cutting and dismantling the damaged structures has already arrived on Graciosa, allowing the necessary work to be carried out to restore the space. The Regional Secretary recalled that the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action launched an international public tender in February 2025, amounting to three million Euros, to modernise waste recycling and processing on several islands, which will equip the Graciosa CPR with a new mixed sorting line for unsorted waste (TMB) and selective collection. Alonso Miguel revealed that "this investment, amounting to around €800,000, provides for the installation of new equipment at the Graciosa CPR in the first half of 2026, ensuring better operating conditions, greater efficiency and safety at work, and increased waste recovery." According to the government official, the new sorting line will include various pieces of equipment, such as a feed dosing bunker, a conveyor belt for receiving and feeding the pre-sorting table, a conveyor belt for the pre-sorting table, a conveyor belt for feeding the rotary screen, rotary screen, conveyor belt for receiving and feeding the sorting table, conveyor belt for the sorting table and platform, conveyor belt for feeding the baling press, and baling press. Alonso Miguel concluded by stating that, "with these immediate and structural measures, the Regional Government and the concessionaire Equiambi are not only ensuring the restoration of normal operations at the Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre, but also ensuring its modernisation. This reinforces the commitment to environmental protection, operational safety and efficient waste management."
October 17, 2025
Alonso Miguel visits Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre after fire
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, travelled to Graciosa Island on Thursday to visit the Waste Processing Centre (CPR), following the fire that broke out on October 9 at that facility. The main purpose of the visit was to assess the damage caused by the fire, meet with the entities responsible for managing the space, and monitor the cleaning, repair, and reactivation of operations. During the visit, the government official highlighted “the rapid and effective response of the Santa Cruz da Graciosa volunteer firefighters, as well as the various teams present at the scene. They acted promptly to fight the flames, limiting the spread of the fire, minimising environmental impacts and contributing to the safety of people and property.” "All available resources were mobilised to control the situation and ensure the safety of the population and the environment. The priority, immediately after extinguishing the fire, was to ensure a swift and safe recovery of the centre's operations, while also reinforcing prevention and monitoring measures, stated Alonso Miguel. In 2012, the Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre was awarded, through a public tender, to Equiambi, Lda., which is also responsible for managing the São Jorge Island Waste Processing Centre. The Regional Secretary also stressed that the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action "will continue to monitor the situation closely, in coordination with the municipality of Santa Cruz da Graciosa and Equiambi, the company managing the Centre, to ensure a coordinated and effective response." “The damage caused by the fire is currently being assessed, as well as its coverage under the insurance policies held by the concessionaire. At the same time, various actions are underway to restore waste reception and processing on the island, guaranteeing the continuity of this essential public service,” added the Regional Secretary. Alonso Miguel explained that, with a view to restoring normal operations at CPR, Equiambi has already sent a set of equipment and technical resources to Graciosa, including a forklift, while a pressork, a rotating fork clamp and a telescopic forklift, as well as roll baling equipment, are already in the process of being transported. "Loader services have also been commissioned, and a technician specialising in dismantling is on the island to coordinate the removal and replacement of affected structures," he added. Meanwhile, specialised equipment for cutting and dismantling the damaged structures has already arrived on Graciosa, allowing the necessary work to be carried out to restore the space. The Regional Secretary recalled that the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action launched an international public tender in February 2025, amounting to three million Euros, to modernise waste recycling and processing on several islands, which will equip the Graciosa CPR with a new mixed sorting line for unsorted waste (TMB) and selective collection. Alonso Miguel revealed that "this investment, amounting to around €800,000, provides for the installation of new equipment at the Graciosa CPR in the first half of 2026, ensuring better operating conditions, greater efficiency and safety at work, and increased waste recovery." According to the government official, the new sorting line will include various pieces of equipment, such as a feed dosing bunker, a conveyor belt for receiving and feeding the pre-sorting table, a conveyor belt for the pre-sorting table, a conveyor belt for feeding the rotary screen, rotary screen, conveyor belt for receiving and feeding the sorting table, conveyor belt for the sorting table and platform, conveyor belt for feeding the baling press, and baling press. Alonso Miguel concluded by stating that, "with these immediate and structural measures, the Regional Government and the concessionaire Equiambi are not only ensuring the restoration of normal operations at the Graciosa Island Waste Processing Centre, but also ensuring its modernisation. This reinforces the commitment to environmental protection, operational safety and efficient waste management."
Nota de Imprensa
October 17, 2025
Vice-President highlights Azores' strategic role in emerging technologies
The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, participated in the 2nd Ministerial Summit of DETA - Disruptive & Emerging Technology Alliance in Brussels. The high-level event brought together political leaders and experts to accelerate cooperation on digital policy and emerging technologies among alliance members. During the morning session, the role of emerging digital technology in the European Union was discussed, with a particular focus on its geopolitical implications. In this regard, members addressed European competitiveness and security, considering connectivity via submarine cables, cybersecurity, and transformations driven by artificial intelligence. During the afternoon session, the implications of artificial intelligence in the field of human rights were analysed and discussed, as well as future strategic guidelines for DETA. For the Vice-President of the Government, attending the 2nd Ministerial Summit "is of special importance," as it marks "the continued external projection of the Azores in high-profile forums." “We presented the regional context to the other members. The Region is undergoing rapid technological development, as demonstrated by the approval of the country's first spaceport in Santa Maria,” he emphasised. According to the Vice-President, the Regional Government is taking action to "make the most of the absolutely strategic position of the Azores." In this regard, he considered the digital sector as a decisive one. "Google's Nuvem and Sol cables are expected to be operational in the next two years, which will be moored in the Region," noted Artur Lima. These infrastructures "will attract technological investment to the Azores," he said, while also mentioning the example of the new weather radar, which will provide key data to be collected in the Atlantic area. “The geostrategic relevance of the Azores also lies in the potential identified for the development of future sectors, supported, for example, by data science and innovation,” pointed out Artur Lima. “Benefits are expected for the entire Region,” he concluded. Earlier this year, the Autonomous Region of the Azores became a member of DETA. This international coalition brings together national and regional governments from around the world to promote coordination and debate on innovation and emerging technologies.
October 17, 2025
Vice-President highlights Azores' strategic role in emerging technologies
The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, participated in the 2nd Ministerial Summit of DETA - Disruptive & Emerging Technology Alliance in Brussels. The high-level event brought together political leaders and experts to accelerate cooperation on digital policy and emerging technologies among alliance members. During the morning session, the role of emerging digital technology in the European Union was discussed, with a particular focus on its geopolitical implications. In this regard, members addressed European competitiveness and security, considering connectivity via submarine cables, cybersecurity, and transformations driven by artificial intelligence. During the afternoon session, the implications of artificial intelligence in the field of human rights were analysed and discussed, as well as future strategic guidelines for DETA. For the Vice-President of the Government, attending the 2nd Ministerial Summit "is of special importance," as it marks "the continued external projection of the Azores in high-profile forums." “We presented the regional context to the other members. The Region is undergoing rapid technological development, as demonstrated by the approval of the country's first spaceport in Santa Maria,” he emphasised. According to the Vice-President, the Regional Government is taking action to "make the most of the absolutely strategic position of the Azores." In this regard, he considered the digital sector as a decisive one. "Google's Nuvem and Sol cables are expected to be operational in the next two years, which will be moored in the Region," noted Artur Lima. These infrastructures "will attract technological investment to the Azores," he said, while also mentioning the example of the new weather radar, which will provide key data to be collected in the Atlantic area. “The geostrategic relevance of the Azores also lies in the potential identified for the development of future sectors, supported, for example, by data science and innovation,” pointed out Artur Lima. “Benefits are expected for the entire Region,” he concluded. Earlier this year, the Autonomous Region of the Azores became a member of DETA. This international coalition brings together national and regional governments from around the world to promote coordination and debate on innovation and emerging technologies.
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October 16, 2025
António Ventura praises quality of Azorean agri-food products on World Food Day
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, declared today, on World Food Day, that it is "essential to highlight the agri-food products produced in the Azores, for their excellent quality and the example they set in terms of sustainable production." "It is essential to praise the key role of farmers for their commitment, resilience, agricultural productivity, environmental maintenance, and conservation of animal and plant biodiversity," stated the government official. He continued: “We continue to grow in our food and nutritional self-sufficiency. Our agri-food products have unique features, and it is imperative to encourage local consumption, reducing dependence on imports. Public policies continue to be geared towards greater food productivity, boosting its quality and quantity.” For António Ventura, it is vital to prioritise investments and support directed at agriculture. According to him, the "aim is to improve the technical, economic and environmental performance of farms," with a view, for example, to boosting competitiveness, contributing to the diversification of production and increasing the production of quality food. These investments and support measures contribute to the rejuvenation of the sector's assets "as a lever for tackling unemployment, encouraging young people to remain in rural areas and creating jobs," he added. The Regional Government has been working to promote agricultural development in the Region, ensuring safer, more credible and reliable food. The challenges remain huge due to adverse climatic and environmental conditions, yet the resilience and sustainability of food systems continue to be strengthened. The latter are key goals of public policies at European, national and regional levels. The Regional Secretary also highlighted Azorean products certified as PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) or PGI (Protected Geographical Indication). “We produce more in horticulture; in fruit growing, with an increase in fruit production area of 20%; the area of organic farming has grown by more than 3,000 hectares in the last four years; we have grown in beef production; we have more corn area, with 14,300 hectares in 2024, 2,000 hectares more than in 2020; we have more agricultural diversification and milk raw material with better nutritional content, selling more outside the region," he continued. The Regional Secretary also acknowledged the work of all farmers in the Region and their organisations, particularly the Azores Agricultural Federation, "which has been a strategic and fundamental partner in the pursuit of public policies to increase progressive food sustainability" in the Region. World Food Day has been celebrated since 1981 on October 16, the date corresponding to the founding of the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations), whose mission is to increase nutrition levels and quality of life, boost agricultural productivity and improve the living conditions of rural populations. This year, World Food Day is celebrated in tandem with the 80th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).
October 16, 2025
António Ventura praises quality of Azorean agri-food products on World Food Day
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, declared today, on World Food Day, that it is "essential to highlight the agri-food products produced in the Azores, for their excellent quality and the example they set in terms of sustainable production." "It is essential to praise the key role of farmers for their commitment, resilience, agricultural productivity, environmental maintenance, and conservation of animal and plant biodiversity," stated the government official. He continued: “We continue to grow in our food and nutritional self-sufficiency. Our agri-food products have unique features, and it is imperative to encourage local consumption, reducing dependence on imports. Public policies continue to be geared towards greater food productivity, boosting its quality and quantity.” For António Ventura, it is vital to prioritise investments and support directed at agriculture. According to him, the "aim is to improve the technical, economic and environmental performance of farms," with a view, for example, to boosting competitiveness, contributing to the diversification of production and increasing the production of quality food. These investments and support measures contribute to the rejuvenation of the sector's assets "as a lever for tackling unemployment, encouraging young people to remain in rural areas and creating jobs," he added. The Regional Government has been working to promote agricultural development in the Region, ensuring safer, more credible and reliable food. The challenges remain huge due to adverse climatic and environmental conditions, yet the resilience and sustainability of food systems continue to be strengthened. The latter are key goals of public policies at European, national and regional levels. The Regional Secretary also highlighted Azorean products certified as PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) or PGI (Protected Geographical Indication). “We produce more in horticulture; in fruit growing, with an increase in fruit production area of 20%; the area of organic farming has grown by more than 3,000 hectares in the last four years; we have grown in beef production; we have more corn area, with 14,300 hectares in 2024, 2,000 hectares more than in 2020; we have more agricultural diversification and milk raw material with better nutritional content, selling more outside the region," he continued. The Regional Secretary also acknowledged the work of all farmers in the Region and their organisations, particularly the Azores Agricultural Federation, "which has been a strategic and fundamental partner in the pursuit of public policies to increase progressive food sustainability" in the Region. World Food Day has been celebrated since 1981 on October 16, the date corresponding to the founding of the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations), whose mission is to increase nutrition levels and quality of life, boost agricultural productivity and improve the living conditions of rural populations. This year, World Food Day is celebrated in tandem with the 80th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).