Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro lembra avanços em várias áreas nas Flores e valoriza cooperação com municípios
José Manuel Bolieiro lembra avanços em várias áreas nas Flores e valoriza cooperação com municípios
Secretaria Regional dos Assuntos Parlamentares e Comunidades
Mostra de Cinema sobre Migrações chega às escolas secundárias da Região
Mostra de Cinema sobre Migrações chega às escolas secundárias da Região
Presidência do Governo Regional
Press release
Press release
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights "excellence" of Azorean agriculture and announces new support for the sector
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights "excellence" of Azorean agriculture and announces new support for the sector
Nota de Imprensa
December 2, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro lembra avanços em várias áreas nas Flores e valoriza cooperação com municípios O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, adiantou hoje que, nas reuniões tidas entre o executivo e os municípios das Lajes das Flores e Santa Cruz das Flores, foram debatidos temas como transportes, saúde, educação e demografia, sendo que “muito se avançou” em várias áreas e a disponibilidade para continuar a colaborar com os municípios é “total”. O Governo dos Açores iniciou hoje as visitas estatutárias às Flores e ao Corvo, as que estavam ainda por cumprir em 2025, ano de contingências várias como as eleições autárquicas ou as legislativas nacionais. “Fizemos uma configuração [de visita estatutária] adaptada a estas circunstâncias”, realçou o governante, falando no final de um encontro com o executivo camarário das Lajes das Flores, primeiro do dia. “Em breve estaremos de volta”, afiançou, sublinhando que o ideal, devido a condições de alojamento e meteorológicas, é que as estatutárias ao grupo ocidental (Flores e Corvo) se realizem no primeiro quadrimestre do ano. Nas Lajes das Flores, José Manuel Bolieiro definiu as aspirações da autarquia como “legítimas”, mas lembrou “os ganhos e adquiridos” alcançados com a governação PSD/CDS-PP/PPM. Posteriormente, em Santa Cruz das Flores, o Presidente do Governo destacou a visão do município para o campo da habitação, que vai ao encontro das prioridades do executivo, nomeadamente por via da aplicação de fundos comunitários. “Há uma consonância com esta perspetiva estratégica”, vincou. O Presidente do Governo deixou a ambos os executivos camarários da ilha das Flores sucessos para o mandato recentemente obtido após as autárquicas de outubro.
December 2, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro lembra avanços em várias áreas nas Flores e valoriza cooperação com municípios O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, adiantou hoje que, nas reuniões tidas entre o executivo e os municípios das Lajes das Flores e Santa Cruz das Flores, foram debatidos temas como transportes, saúde, educação e demografia, sendo que “muito se avançou” em várias áreas e a disponibilidade para continuar a colaborar com os municípios é “total”. O Governo dos Açores iniciou hoje as visitas estatutárias às Flores e ao Corvo, as que estavam ainda por cumprir em 2025, ano de contingências várias como as eleições autárquicas ou as legislativas nacionais. “Fizemos uma configuração [de visita estatutária] adaptada a estas circunstâncias”, realçou o governante, falando no final de um encontro com o executivo camarário das Lajes das Flores, primeiro do dia. “Em breve estaremos de volta”, afiançou, sublinhando que o ideal, devido a condições de alojamento e meteorológicas, é que as estatutárias ao grupo ocidental (Flores e Corvo) se realizem no primeiro quadrimestre do ano. Nas Lajes das Flores, José Manuel Bolieiro definiu as aspirações da autarquia como “legítimas”, mas lembrou “os ganhos e adquiridos” alcançados com a governação PSD/CDS-PP/PPM. Posteriormente, em Santa Cruz das Flores, o Presidente do Governo destacou a visão do município para o campo da habitação, que vai ao encontro das prioridades do executivo, nomeadamente por via da aplicação de fundos comunitários. “Há uma consonância com esta perspetiva estratégica”, vincou. O Presidente do Governo deixou a ambos os executivos camarários da ilha das Flores sucessos para o mandato recentemente obtido após as autárquicas de outubro.
Nota de Imprensa
December 2, 2025 Mostra de Cinema sobre Migrações chega às escolas secundárias da Região A Secretaria Regional dos Assuntos Parlamentares e Comunidades, através da Direção Regional das Comunidades, promove a terceira edição de Cinema Sem Fronteiras – Mostra Regional de Cinema sobre Migrações, que decorre entre hoje e 18 de dezembro, em todas as escolas com ensino secundário da Região. Esta iniciativa pretende sensibilizar a comunidade estudantil para o fenómeno das migrações, valorizar a diversidade cultural e os direitos humanos e incentivar a construção de uma sociedade justa e solidária. Percorrendo as nove ilhas dos Açores, a Mostra apresenta quatro filmes que convidam os estudantes a refletir sobre inclusão, multiculturalidade e os desafios da convivência entre diferentes culturas. A abertura teve hoje lugar na Escola Secundária Manuel de Arriaga, na ilha do Faial, com a exibição do filme “Flow – À Deriva”, de Gints Zibalodis, vencedor do Globo de Ouro e do Óscar na categoria de animação. Este filme sem diálogos mostra um gato e outros animais a colaborar num barco à deriva, evidenciando como a cooperação e a solidariedade podem surgir mesmo em situações de adversidade. O filme “Migrants”, de Hugo Caby, Antoine Dupriez, Aubin Kubiak, Lucas Lermytte e Zoé Devise, acompanha dois ursos polares obrigados a deixar o seu habitat, refletindo sobre adaptação e resiliência. Em “Human Flow”, de Ai Weiwei, a narrativa ganha escala global, retratando milhões de pessoas deslocadas e dando voz às suas experiências. “Desert Flower”, de Sherry Hormann, conta a história real de Waris Dirie, uma jovem somali que supera a mutilação genital feminina e se torna defensora internacional dos direitos das mulheres, abordando temas de coragem, justiça e empoderamento. A programação percorre todas as escolas secundárias da Região. Na ilha de São Miguel a Mostra chega à EBS Armando Côrtes-Rodrigues, à ES das Laranjeiras, à ES da Ribeira Grande, à EBS da Povoação, à ES da Lagoa, à ES Antero de Quental, e à ES Domingos Rebelo e EBS do Nordeste. No Faial, envolve a ES Manuel de Arriaga. No Pico, passa pela EBS de São Roque do Pico, EBS da Madalena e EBS das Lajes do Pico. Na Terceira, contempla a EBS Tomás de Borba, ES Vitorino Nemésio e ES Jerónimo Emiliano de Andrade. Em São Jorge, a iniciativa visita a EBS de Velas e a EBS da Calheta. Na Graciosa, passa pela EBS da Graciosa, nas Flores, pela EBS das Flores, em Santa Maria, pela EBS de Santa Maria, e, no Corvo, pela EBS Mouzinho da Silveira. Ao longo do evento, os estudantes são convidados a refletir sobre migrações, inclusão e direitos humanos, consolidando a Mostra como um espaço de partilha, aprendizagem e crescimento coletivo, capaz de reforçar a consciência social, a valorização das diferenças e a construção de comunidades mais solidárias e abertas ao mundo. A Mostra termina no dia 18 de dezembro, na EBS do Nordeste, em São Miguel, com a exibição do filme “Flow – À Deriva”, reafirmando o papel do cinema na educação para a cidadania e valorização das diferenças.
December 2, 2025 Mostra de Cinema sobre Migrações chega às escolas secundárias da Região A Secretaria Regional dos Assuntos Parlamentares e Comunidades, através da Direção Regional das Comunidades, promove a terceira edição de Cinema Sem Fronteiras – Mostra Regional de Cinema sobre Migrações, que decorre entre hoje e 18 de dezembro, em todas as escolas com ensino secundário da Região. Esta iniciativa pretende sensibilizar a comunidade estudantil para o fenómeno das migrações, valorizar a diversidade cultural e os direitos humanos e incentivar a construção de uma sociedade justa e solidária. Percorrendo as nove ilhas dos Açores, a Mostra apresenta quatro filmes que convidam os estudantes a refletir sobre inclusão, multiculturalidade e os desafios da convivência entre diferentes culturas. A abertura teve hoje lugar na Escola Secundária Manuel de Arriaga, na ilha do Faial, com a exibição do filme “Flow – À Deriva”, de Gints Zibalodis, vencedor do Globo de Ouro e do Óscar na categoria de animação. Este filme sem diálogos mostra um gato e outros animais a colaborar num barco à deriva, evidenciando como a cooperação e a solidariedade podem surgir mesmo em situações de adversidade. O filme “Migrants”, de Hugo Caby, Antoine Dupriez, Aubin Kubiak, Lucas Lermytte e Zoé Devise, acompanha dois ursos polares obrigados a deixar o seu habitat, refletindo sobre adaptação e resiliência. Em “Human Flow”, de Ai Weiwei, a narrativa ganha escala global, retratando milhões de pessoas deslocadas e dando voz às suas experiências. “Desert Flower”, de Sherry Hormann, conta a história real de Waris Dirie, uma jovem somali que supera a mutilação genital feminina e se torna defensora internacional dos direitos das mulheres, abordando temas de coragem, justiça e empoderamento. A programação percorre todas as escolas secundárias da Região. Na ilha de São Miguel a Mostra chega à EBS Armando Côrtes-Rodrigues, à ES das Laranjeiras, à ES da Ribeira Grande, à EBS da Povoação, à ES da Lagoa, à ES Antero de Quental, e à ES Domingos Rebelo e EBS do Nordeste. No Faial, envolve a ES Manuel de Arriaga. No Pico, passa pela EBS de São Roque do Pico, EBS da Madalena e EBS das Lajes do Pico. Na Terceira, contempla a EBS Tomás de Borba, ES Vitorino Nemésio e ES Jerónimo Emiliano de Andrade. Em São Jorge, a iniciativa visita a EBS de Velas e a EBS da Calheta. Na Graciosa, passa pela EBS da Graciosa, nas Flores, pela EBS das Flores, em Santa Maria, pela EBS de Santa Maria, e, no Corvo, pela EBS Mouzinho da Silveira. Ao longo do evento, os estudantes são convidados a refletir sobre migrações, inclusão e direitos humanos, consolidando a Mostra como um espaço de partilha, aprendizagem e crescimento coletivo, capaz de reforçar a consciência social, a valorização das diferenças e a construção de comunidades mais solidárias e abertas ao mundo. A Mostra termina no dia 18 de dezembro, na EBS do Nordeste, em São Miguel, com a exibição do filme “Flow – À Deriva”, reafirmando o papel do cinema na educação para a cidadania e valorização das diferenças.
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December 2, 2025 Press release The Regional Government of the Azores announces that the President of the Board of Directors of SATA Holding, Rui Coutinho, has submitted his resignation, effective from January 1, 2026, stating professional reasons. The Regional Government of the Azores has accepted this resignation, acknowledging the work carried out during his tenure and thanking him for his contribution to the achievement of the established goals and strengthening the stability of the SATA Group in the current context of compliance with the Restructuring Plan. Following this decision, and to ensure the necessary continuity and stability of ongoing processes, the Regional Government of the Azores will appoint Tiago Santos, current Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the SATA Group, to the position of President of the Board of Directors of SATA Holding. The appointment of Tiago Santos, as a member of the current executive body and with in-depth knowledge of the Group's financial, operational and strategic mechanisms, intends to ensure the rigorous pursuit of the measures set out in the Restructuring Plan, namely the divestment of Azores Airlines and Handling, as well as the consolidation of the progress already achieved in the recovery process of the SATA Group companies. The Regional Government of the Azores expresses its gratitude to the outgoing President for his services and wishes the new President every success in his new role, reiterating confidence in the continuity of the structural work that has been carried out.
December 2, 2025 Press release The Regional Government of the Azores announces that the President of the Board of Directors of SATA Holding, Rui Coutinho, has submitted his resignation, effective from January 1, 2026, stating professional reasons. The Regional Government of the Azores has accepted this resignation, acknowledging the work carried out during his tenure and thanking him for his contribution to the achievement of the established goals and strengthening the stability of the SATA Group in the current context of compliance with the Restructuring Plan. Following this decision, and to ensure the necessary continuity and stability of ongoing processes, the Regional Government of the Azores will appoint Tiago Santos, current Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the SATA Group, to the position of President of the Board of Directors of SATA Holding. The appointment of Tiago Santos, as a member of the current executive body and with in-depth knowledge of the Group's financial, operational and strategic mechanisms, intends to ensure the rigorous pursuit of the measures set out in the Restructuring Plan, namely the divestment of Azores Airlines and Handling, as well as the consolidation of the progress already achieved in the recovery process of the SATA Group companies. The Regional Government of the Azores expresses its gratitude to the outgoing President for his services and wishes the new President every success in his new role, reiterating confidence in the continuity of the structural work that has been carried out.
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November 29, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro highlights "excellence" of Azorean agriculture and announces new support for the sector The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, accompanied by the Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, opened the 11th São Miguel Holstein Friesian Breed Autumn Competition this Friday at the São Miguel Exhibition Park in Sant'Ana. José Manuel Bolieiro emphasised that the competition "is the confirmation of the excellence of the Azores brand," pointing out the commitment of producers and the relevance of the genetic potential developed in the Region. The President of the Regional Government recalled that the agricultural sector "continues to be an essential pillar of regional identity and economy," sustained by generations of farmers. The head of the Azorean Government also made a point of highlighting the contribution of the agricultural associations, whose credibility, he said, "has been fundamental to the success of the sector and the food self-sufficiency of the islands." The President of the Government took the opportunity to mention the recent commendation awarded to Jorge Rita, President of the São Miguel Agricultural Association, considering it to be an "entirely fair" recognition reflecting the ongoing work carried out on behalf of farmers. Regarding public policy, José Manuel Bolieiro highlighted the administrative simplification measures recently introduced, with a view to reducing procedures and speeding up investment processes. Among the changes, he mentioned the elimination of maximum investment limits, minimum mandatory areas and economic and financial studies considered unnecessary, as well as the simplification of verification procedures, with the presentation of an invoice sufficing. Since 2023, the support rate has risen to 80%, increasing the investment capacity of farms. The President of the Government also announced new funding opportunities. Under the PEPAC programme, the call for applications will open on December 10, lasting for six months and making a total of €24 million available. The VITIS programme, aimed at revitalising wine production in the Azores, will have €2 million available, with applications open between December 2 and January 9. These instruments represent a combined investment of €26 million to boost agricultural investment. José Manuel Bolieiro also added that, from 2026 onwards, payments to farmers will be made in Euros and according to a schedule similar to POSEI, ensuring "greater predictability and stability for farm income." The ceremony was also attended by the President of the São Miguel Agricultural Association, Jorge Rita, and the Mayor of Ribeira Grande, Jaime Vieira.
November 29, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro highlights "excellence" of Azorean agriculture and announces new support for the sector The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, accompanied by the Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, opened the 11th São Miguel Holstein Friesian Breed Autumn Competition this Friday at the São Miguel Exhibition Park in Sant'Ana. José Manuel Bolieiro emphasised that the competition "is the confirmation of the excellence of the Azores brand," pointing out the commitment of producers and the relevance of the genetic potential developed in the Region. The President of the Regional Government recalled that the agricultural sector "continues to be an essential pillar of regional identity and economy," sustained by generations of farmers. The head of the Azorean Government also made a point of highlighting the contribution of the agricultural associations, whose credibility, he said, "has been fundamental to the success of the sector and the food self-sufficiency of the islands." The President of the Government took the opportunity to mention the recent commendation awarded to Jorge Rita, President of the São Miguel Agricultural Association, considering it to be an "entirely fair" recognition reflecting the ongoing work carried out on behalf of farmers. Regarding public policy, José Manuel Bolieiro highlighted the administrative simplification measures recently introduced, with a view to reducing procedures and speeding up investment processes. Among the changes, he mentioned the elimination of maximum investment limits, minimum mandatory areas and economic and financial studies considered unnecessary, as well as the simplification of verification procedures, with the presentation of an invoice sufficing. Since 2023, the support rate has risen to 80%, increasing the investment capacity of farms. The President of the Government also announced new funding opportunities. Under the PEPAC programme, the call for applications will open on December 10, lasting for six months and making a total of €24 million available. The VITIS programme, aimed at revitalising wine production in the Azores, will have €2 million available, with applications open between December 2 and January 9. These instruments represent a combined investment of €26 million to boost agricultural investment. José Manuel Bolieiro also added that, from 2026 onwards, payments to farmers will be made in Euros and according to a schedule similar to POSEI, ensuring "greater predictability and stability for farm income." The ceremony was also attended by the President of the São Miguel Agricultural Association, Jorge Rita, and the Mayor of Ribeira Grande, Jaime Vieira.
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November 28, 2025 Azores to hold Presidency of RAEGE Executive Committee in 2026, announces Paulo Estêvão The Azores will hold the Presidency of the Executive Committee of the Atlantic Network of Geodynamic and Space Stations (RAEGE) for the first time in 2026, announced the Regional Secretary for Parliamentary Affairs and Communities, Paulo Estêvão. He attended a meeting of that entity today via digital format. "This decision marks a historic moment for scientific cooperation between Portugal and Spain, reinforcing the strategic role of the Azores in the development of international geodesy and space observation projects," stated the government official. The Executive Committee is a body responsible for establishing RAEGE's management and administration guidelines, as well as overseeing its activities. It is composed of six members, three appointed by the National Geographic Institute of Spain and three appointed by the Regional Government of the Azores. Since its inception, the presidency of this body has been held by Spain. However, at today's Executive Committee meeting, it was unanimously decided that the Azores will hold the presidency for 2026. The RAEGE project began in 2010 with the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Spanish Government and the Azorean Government for the construction, installation and operation of four Fundamental Geodetic Stations: two in Spain (Yebes and Gran Canaria) and two in the Azores (Santa Maria and Flores). “The Azores are increasingly establishing themselves in these areas. The next two years will be absolutely decisive and will mark a new stage. This has been a crucial week, with the signing of the protocol for the landing of “Space Rider” in Santa Maria and the official appointment of the Region to the Presidency of the RAEGE Executive Committee,” added Paulo Estêvão. All RAEGE project equipment provides the necessary geodetic infrastructure for monitoring the Earth, capable of supplying high-precision data to the scientific community, helping to quantify changes in our planet's space and time. The observations can be used to map and monitor changes in the Earth's shape, rotation and mass distribution. This contributes to updating international terrestrial reference frames, making it possible to study important aspects such as those concerning climate change or estimates of changes in mean sea level. RAEGE also comprises two base centres, one in Yebes and the other in São Miguel. Each has the mission of ensuring the operational functioning of the Geodetic Fundamental Stations located in their respective territories, thus contributing to the maintenance and development of the corresponding equipment, facilities, and infrastructures.
November 28, 2025 Azores to hold Presidency of RAEGE Executive Committee in 2026, announces Paulo Estêvão The Azores will hold the Presidency of the Executive Committee of the Atlantic Network of Geodynamic and Space Stations (RAEGE) for the first time in 2026, announced the Regional Secretary for Parliamentary Affairs and Communities, Paulo Estêvão. He attended a meeting of that entity today via digital format. "This decision marks a historic moment for scientific cooperation between Portugal and Spain, reinforcing the strategic role of the Azores in the development of international geodesy and space observation projects," stated the government official. The Executive Committee is a body responsible for establishing RAEGE's management and administration guidelines, as well as overseeing its activities. It is composed of six members, three appointed by the National Geographic Institute of Spain and three appointed by the Regional Government of the Azores. Since its inception, the presidency of this body has been held by Spain. However, at today's Executive Committee meeting, it was unanimously decided that the Azores will hold the presidency for 2026. The RAEGE project began in 2010 with the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Spanish Government and the Azorean Government for the construction, installation and operation of four Fundamental Geodetic Stations: two in Spain (Yebes and Gran Canaria) and two in the Azores (Santa Maria and Flores). “The Azores are increasingly establishing themselves in these areas. The next two years will be absolutely decisive and will mark a new stage. This has been a crucial week, with the signing of the protocol for the landing of “Space Rider” in Santa Maria and the official appointment of the Region to the Presidency of the RAEGE Executive Committee,” added Paulo Estêvão. All RAEGE project equipment provides the necessary geodetic infrastructure for monitoring the Earth, capable of supplying high-precision data to the scientific community, helping to quantify changes in our planet's space and time. The observations can be used to map and monitor changes in the Earth's shape, rotation and mass distribution. This contributes to updating international terrestrial reference frames, making it possible to study important aspects such as those concerning climate change or estimates of changes in mean sea level. RAEGE also comprises two base centres, one in Yebes and the other in São Miguel. Each has the mission of ensuring the operational functioning of the Geodetic Fundamental Stations located in their respective territories, thus contributing to the maintenance and development of the corresponding equipment, facilities, and infrastructures.
