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José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises joint action by Outermost Regions in “Canary Islands Declaration”
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises joint action by Outermost Regions in “Canary Islands Declaration”
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises “political unity” in defending Azores’ interests in RTRP
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises “political unity” in defending Azores’ interests in RTRP
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro announces tender for allocation of 144 land plots for housing construction
José Manuel Bolieiro announces tender for allocation of 144 land plots for housing construction
March 17, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises joint action by Outermost Regions in “Canary Islands Declaration”
March 14, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises “political unity” in defending Azores’ interests in RTRP
March 14, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro announces tender for allocation of 144 land plots for housing construction
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Nota de Imprensa
March 17, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises joint action by Outermost Regions in “Canary Islands Declaration”
The President of the Azorean Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, has signed the “Canary Islands Declaration,” a joint document drawn up by the European Union’s Outermost Regions, which sets out a common position with a view to the forthcoming Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028–2034. The declaration was signed in Tenerife on Monday. It sets as its main goal the development of a coordinated response by these regions to the European institutions, with a view to ensuring that the European Union's future budget and the accompanying policies clearly take into account their specific characteristics and needs. In the document, the Outermost Regions emphasise their strategic value to the European Union, highlighting their geopolitical, economic, environmental and scientific roles, as well as their contribution to Europe’s presence in the Atlantic, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean and South America. Meanwhile, they highlight the permanent constraints they face, such as distance, remoteness, the small size of their markets and dependence on a limited number of sectors. José Manuel Bolieiro emphasised the importance of a strong common position at a decisive moment for setting European priorities, defending that “Outermost Regions must be heard and respected in the decisions that shape the future of the Union.” “It is essential to ensure that the next European financial framework responds appropriately to the specific challenges we face, safeguarding cohesion, competitiveness and opportunities for our people,” the President of the Government further emphasised. The President of the Regional Government added that “there cannot be a one-size-fits-all European policy for such diverse realities,” advocating for solutions tailored to the specificities of the Outermost Regions. In this regard, he noted: “We need stability, predictability and our own instruments to ensure sustainable development in our territories.” The statement highlights that the next financial framework will be decisive for areas such as territorial cohesion, food security, climate resilience, connectivity and employment, defending that these aspects must be addressed with an approach adapted to the realities of the Outermost Regions. Outermost regions also advocate that the full implementation of Article 349 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union should be reflected in all European policies, including cohesion, agriculture, fisheries, transport, energy, trade, migration and the digital transition, ensuring specific measures to offset their structural constraints. Against a backdrop of concern regarding the initial guidelines for the next European budget, the document warns of the risks of one-size-fits-all solutions that fail to consider the specific characteristics of these territories. As such, it calls for concerted action between Portugal, Spain and France as a means of increasing the Outermost Regions' influence with the European Commission, the Council and the European Parliament. Therefore, the signatory regions commit to maintaining a joint, consistent and visible approach to ensure that the European Union's future financial framework and policies effectively reflect their needs, potential and strategic contribution to the European project. The statement was signed by Fernando Clavijo Batlle, President of the Government of the Canary Islands, José Manuel Bolieiro, President of the Regional Government of the Azores, and Gabriel Serville, President of the Territorial Collectivity of French Guiana.
March 17, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises joint action by Outermost Regions in “Canary Islands Declaration”
The President of the Azorean Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, has signed the “Canary Islands Declaration,” a joint document drawn up by the European Union’s Outermost Regions, which sets out a common position with a view to the forthcoming Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028–2034. The declaration was signed in Tenerife on Monday. It sets as its main goal the development of a coordinated response by these regions to the European institutions, with a view to ensuring that the European Union's future budget and the accompanying policies clearly take into account their specific characteristics and needs. In the document, the Outermost Regions emphasise their strategic value to the European Union, highlighting their geopolitical, economic, environmental and scientific roles, as well as their contribution to Europe’s presence in the Atlantic, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean and South America. Meanwhile, they highlight the permanent constraints they face, such as distance, remoteness, the small size of their markets and dependence on a limited number of sectors. José Manuel Bolieiro emphasised the importance of a strong common position at a decisive moment for setting European priorities, defending that “Outermost Regions must be heard and respected in the decisions that shape the future of the Union.” “It is essential to ensure that the next European financial framework responds appropriately to the specific challenges we face, safeguarding cohesion, competitiveness and opportunities for our people,” the President of the Government further emphasised. The President of the Regional Government added that “there cannot be a one-size-fits-all European policy for such diverse realities,” advocating for solutions tailored to the specificities of the Outermost Regions. In this regard, he noted: “We need stability, predictability and our own instruments to ensure sustainable development in our territories.” The statement highlights that the next financial framework will be decisive for areas such as territorial cohesion, food security, climate resilience, connectivity and employment, defending that these aspects must be addressed with an approach adapted to the realities of the Outermost Regions. Outermost regions also advocate that the full implementation of Article 349 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union should be reflected in all European policies, including cohesion, agriculture, fisheries, transport, energy, trade, migration and the digital transition, ensuring specific measures to offset their structural constraints. Against a backdrop of concern regarding the initial guidelines for the next European budget, the document warns of the risks of one-size-fits-all solutions that fail to consider the specific characteristics of these territories. As such, it calls for concerted action between Portugal, Spain and France as a means of increasing the Outermost Regions' influence with the European Commission, the Council and the European Parliament. Therefore, the signatory regions commit to maintaining a joint, consistent and visible approach to ensure that the European Union's future financial framework and policies effectively reflect their needs, potential and strategic contribution to the European project. The statement was signed by Fernando Clavijo Batlle, President of the Government of the Canary Islands, José Manuel Bolieiro, President of the Regional Government of the Azores, and Gabriel Serville, President of the Territorial Collectivity of French Guiana.
Nota de Imprensa
March 14, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises “political unity” in defending Azores’ interests in RTRP
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, has just finished a series of meetings with the political parties represented at the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores to discuss the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (RTRP). On the second day of meetings, the head of the Azorean Government met with the CDS-PP and the PSD parties at the Capitães-Generais Palace in Angra do Heroísmo, and with the Left Bloc and the Socialist Party at the Sant’Ana Palace in Ponta Delgada, thus closing the political consultation process that began this week. The President of the Regional Government highlighted the “constructive spirit” and the willingness demonstrated by various political parties. During the meetings, the analysis of the RTRP concept note – a document currently under public consultation – was also shared with the political parties. According to José Manuel Bolieiro, some uncertainties remain, particularly regarding the funding and the sources supporting this programme. The President of the Government emphasised that there is an unequivocal position among Azorean political parties: the need to ensure the Region’s full inclusion in the RTRP. “The demand for the Azores to be included in this programme is clear. Although the concept note points to this possibility, it is important to consolidate this position so that the Region’s participation is not merely incidental, he stated. Another key aspect of the political debate concerns the programme’s governance model. The Government of the Azores defends that the Region should have a direct say in the management of the RTRP, either through representation within a national body or through the creation of a regional body dedicated to implementing the programme. “Concerning the management of funds, the Region and the Government of the Azores must be involved in the body responsible for managing this tool, either through a national body with regional representation or through the establishment of a regional body,” he defended. José Manuel Bolieiro also pointed out that the Azores, as an archipelago, requires solutions tailored to its specific territorial characteristics. “The archipelago of the Azores, with nine islands scattered across the Atlantic, presents its own unique challenges that must be duly considered in this document,” he emphasised. The head of the Azorean Government expressed his satisfaction with the political consultation process, highlighting the consensus reached among the various political parties. “I am pleased with this consultation process and the spirit of consensus and solidarity shown by everyone. It is important that the Azores play a part in shaping and managing this project,” he said. Among the demands put forward by the Region is also the possibility that projects submitted by the Azores might benefit from high or even full funding rates, thereby avoiding additional costs for the regional budget. The President of the Government also emphasised that the RTRP could provide an opportunity for the Azores to develop structural projects covering the programme’s three pillars: recovery, resilience and transformation. “We should not regard these pillars as watertight compartments. There are projects whose transformative nature simultaneously promotes regeneration and strengthens the Region’s resilience,” he concluded. Now that the consultations have concluded, the Government of the Azores is continuing its work to identify and develop projects that can be submitted under the RTRP, with a view to ensuring that the Region fully benefits from this new national investment mechanism.
March 14, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro emphasises “political unity” in defending Azores’ interests in RTRP
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, has just finished a series of meetings with the political parties represented at the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores to discuss the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (RTRP). On the second day of meetings, the head of the Azorean Government met with the CDS-PP and the PSD parties at the Capitães-Generais Palace in Angra do Heroísmo, and with the Left Bloc and the Socialist Party at the Sant’Ana Palace in Ponta Delgada, thus closing the political consultation process that began this week. The President of the Regional Government highlighted the “constructive spirit” and the willingness demonstrated by various political parties. During the meetings, the analysis of the RTRP concept note – a document currently under public consultation – was also shared with the political parties. According to José Manuel Bolieiro, some uncertainties remain, particularly regarding the funding and the sources supporting this programme. The President of the Government emphasised that there is an unequivocal position among Azorean political parties: the need to ensure the Region’s full inclusion in the RTRP. “The demand for the Azores to be included in this programme is clear. Although the concept note points to this possibility, it is important to consolidate this position so that the Region’s participation is not merely incidental, he stated. Another key aspect of the political debate concerns the programme’s governance model. The Government of the Azores defends that the Region should have a direct say in the management of the RTRP, either through representation within a national body or through the creation of a regional body dedicated to implementing the programme. “Concerning the management of funds, the Region and the Government of the Azores must be involved in the body responsible for managing this tool, either through a national body with regional representation or through the establishment of a regional body,” he defended. José Manuel Bolieiro also pointed out that the Azores, as an archipelago, requires solutions tailored to its specific territorial characteristics. “The archipelago of the Azores, with nine islands scattered across the Atlantic, presents its own unique challenges that must be duly considered in this document,” he emphasised. The head of the Azorean Government expressed his satisfaction with the political consultation process, highlighting the consensus reached among the various political parties. “I am pleased with this consultation process and the spirit of consensus and solidarity shown by everyone. It is important that the Azores play a part in shaping and managing this project,” he said. Among the demands put forward by the Region is also the possibility that projects submitted by the Azores might benefit from high or even full funding rates, thereby avoiding additional costs for the regional budget. The President of the Government also emphasised that the RTRP could provide an opportunity for the Azores to develop structural projects covering the programme’s three pillars: recovery, resilience and transformation. “We should not regard these pillars as watertight compartments. There are projects whose transformative nature simultaneously promotes regeneration and strengthens the Region’s resilience,” he concluded. Now that the consultations have concluded, the Government of the Azores is continuing its work to identify and develop projects that can be submitted under the RTRP, with a view to ensuring that the Region fully benefits from this new national investment mechanism.