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Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro expresses solidarity with Mayotte after devastation caused by Cyclone Chido
José Manuel Bolieiro expresses solidarity with Mayotte after devastation caused by Cyclone Chido
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights role of Blue Azores Programme in creating new Azores Marine Park
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights role of Blue Azores Programme in creating new Azores Marine Park
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro calls for "unity and peace" at opening of nativity scene and Christmas lights at Sant'Ana Palace
José Manuel Bolieiro calls for "unity and peace" at opening of nativity scene and Christmas lights at Sant'Ana Palace
December 16, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro expresses solidarity with Mayotte after devastation caused by Cyclone Chido
December 15, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights role of Blue Azores Programme in creating new Azores Marine Park
December 13, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro calls for "unity and peace" at opening of nativity scene and Christmas lights at Sant'Ana Palace
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Nota de Imprensa
December 16, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro expresses solidarity with Mayotte after devastation caused by Cyclone Chido
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, sent a letter to the President of the Departmental Council of Mayotte, Ben Issa Ousseni, following the destruction caused by Cyclone Chido in the French archipelago. The storm caused devastation in Mayotte, an outermost region of the European Union located between Madagascar and Mozambique, with a population of 321 thousand inhabitants. The head of the Azorean Government expressed sorrow for the human losses and solidarity with the inhabitants of Mayotte. "It was with great concern and sadness that we learnt of the terrible consequences of the passage of Cyclone Chido through Mayotte. The vulnerability of islands to climatic events is a fact. We are aware of the difficulties we sometimes encounter in protecting our populations. But what happened in Mayotte last week went far beyond what we could have predicted," he noted. José Manuel Bolieiro also emphasised the severity of the situation and the impact suffered by the local communities: "First of all, we regret all the lives that were lost. Then we think about the suffering of all the Mayotte people who lost their property and the effort that the Departmental Council of Mayotte is undertaking to fulfil its public service mission." The President of the Government showed his solidarity with the people of Mayotte, expressing his deep sorrow for the lives lost and the suffering of the families affected, at a time of great pain and difficulty for this territory. Cyclone Chido had devastating consequences for Mayotte, an overseas department of France since 2011 and has been part of the European Union as an Outermost Region since 2014. Emergency teams continue to work hard to restore basic services in the archipelago. The solidarity shown by the Azores is an example of crucial support in responding to the difficulties island communities face in the face of climate challenges.
December 16, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro expresses solidarity with Mayotte after devastation caused by Cyclone Chido
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, sent a letter to the President of the Departmental Council of Mayotte, Ben Issa Ousseni, following the destruction caused by Cyclone Chido in the French archipelago. The storm caused devastation in Mayotte, an outermost region of the European Union located between Madagascar and Mozambique, with a population of 321 thousand inhabitants. The head of the Azorean Government expressed sorrow for the human losses and solidarity with the inhabitants of Mayotte. "It was with great concern and sadness that we learnt of the terrible consequences of the passage of Cyclone Chido through Mayotte. The vulnerability of islands to climatic events is a fact. We are aware of the difficulties we sometimes encounter in protecting our populations. But what happened in Mayotte last week went far beyond what we could have predicted," he noted. José Manuel Bolieiro also emphasised the severity of the situation and the impact suffered by the local communities: "First of all, we regret all the lives that were lost. Then we think about the suffering of all the Mayotte people who lost their property and the effort that the Departmental Council of Mayotte is undertaking to fulfil its public service mission." The President of the Government showed his solidarity with the people of Mayotte, expressing his deep sorrow for the lives lost and the suffering of the families affected, at a time of great pain and difficulty for this territory. Cyclone Chido had devastating consequences for Mayotte, an overseas department of France since 2011 and has been part of the European Union as an Outermost Region since 2014. Emergency teams continue to work hard to restore basic services in the archipelago. The solidarity shown by the Azores is an example of crucial support in responding to the difficulties island communities face in the face of climate challenges.
Nota de Imprensa
December 15, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights role of Blue Azores Programme in creating new Azores Marine Park
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the Blue Azores Programme team at an audience, highlighting its crucial role in implementing the new Azores Marine Park, approved by the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in October 2024. "The work carried out by the Blue Azores Programme has brought prestige to the Azores, placing our Region as an example of world leadership in ocean conservation, which is being closely monitored worldwide" said José Manuel Bolieiro. The Blue Azores Programme, created in 2019, has been driving forward the goal of protecting 30% of the Azores Sea through the Azores Marine Protected Areas Network (RAMPA). This effort culminated in the creation of the new Marine Park, a historic milestone for ocean protection aligned with the UN and EU 2030 targets. Based on the best available scientific knowledge and an unprecedented co-creation process in Portugal, the project involved scientists, NGOs, public entities, associations from the fishing and maritime-tourism sectors, and civil society. "It was a balancing act between the conservation of marine ecosystems and the impact on economic activities," emphasised the President of the Regional Government. The Blue Azores team will continue to be involved in the implementation of RAMPA, which is expected to last at least three years. This effort will be supported by a new memorandum of understanding, scheduled to be signed in February 2025. With this initiative, the Azores are reiterating their commitment to sustainability and setting a global example in protecting marine heritage.
December 15, 2024
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights role of Blue Azores Programme in creating new Azores Marine Park
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the Blue Azores Programme team at an audience, highlighting its crucial role in implementing the new Azores Marine Park, approved by the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in October 2024. "The work carried out by the Blue Azores Programme has brought prestige to the Azores, placing our Region as an example of world leadership in ocean conservation, which is being closely monitored worldwide" said José Manuel Bolieiro. The Blue Azores Programme, created in 2019, has been driving forward the goal of protecting 30% of the Azores Sea through the Azores Marine Protected Areas Network (RAMPA). This effort culminated in the creation of the new Marine Park, a historic milestone for ocean protection aligned with the UN and EU 2030 targets. Based on the best available scientific knowledge and an unprecedented co-creation process in Portugal, the project involved scientists, NGOs, public entities, associations from the fishing and maritime-tourism sectors, and civil society. "It was a balancing act between the conservation of marine ecosystems and the impact on economic activities," emphasised the President of the Regional Government. The Blue Azores team will continue to be involved in the implementation of RAMPA, which is expected to last at least three years. This effort will be supported by a new memorandum of understanding, scheduled to be signed in February 2025. With this initiative, the Azores are reiterating their commitment to sustainability and setting a global example in protecting marine heritage.
