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Secretaria Regional das Finanças, Planeamento e Administração Pública
Azorean Government remains committed to supporting businesses and Public Administration modernisation in 2027
Azorean Government remains committed to supporting businesses and Public Administration modernisation in 2027
Secretaria Regional das Finanças, Planeamento e Administração Pública
2027 Plan and Budget prioritise Health, Housing and Tourism Promotion
2027 Plan and Budget prioritise Health, Housing and Tourism Promotion
Secretaria Regional das Finanças, Planeamento e Administração Pública
Regional Government presents preliminary programme for regeneration of Alcohol Plant to economic and business stakeholders in the Region
Regional Government presents preliminary programme for regeneration of Alcohol Plant to economic and business stakeholders in the Region
November 6, 2026
Azorean Government remains committed to supporting businesses and Public Administration modernisation in 2027
October 30, 2026
2027 Plan and Budget prioritise Health, Housing and Tourism Promotion
October 20, 2026
Regional Government presents preliminary programme for regeneration of Alcohol Plant to economic and business stakeholders in the Region
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Nota de Imprensa
November 6, 2026
Azorean Government remains committed to supporting businesses and Public Administration modernisation in 2027
The Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration, Duarte Freitas, highlighted, during the parliamentary hearings on the draft Plan and Budget for 2027, an investment of €71.3 million in the areas of finance, planning and competitiveness, reiterating the Regional Government’s commitment to economic development, support for businesses and the modernisation of public services. This amount includes €58.5 million earmarked for business incentive schemes, supporting private investment and entrepreneurship to boost the regional economy, and foster wealth generation and job creation in the Azores. “We want to continue supporting Azorean businesses, stimulating investment and creating opportunities for those who wish to start a business and develop their economic activity on our islands,” stated Duarte Freitas. As for the modernisation and restructuring of the Regional Public Administration, around five million euros have been earmarked, continuing the investments begun under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). This will consolidate the digital transformation of public services, administrative simplification and the upskilling of staff and managers, particularly in the use of artificial intelligence. In this area, the 2027 Plan also provides for the continuation of Incuba.Açores as a space for innovation and experimentation with new solutions for the Regional Public Administration, promoting the modernisation of work processes and the improvement of public services. An investment of €2.84 million is also planned for the Integrated Citizen and Business Support Network, aimed at improving service delivery and bringing public services closer to citizens and businesses across various islands. The Regional Secretary also highlighted the project to revitalise the Regional Public Administration, emphasising the importance of generational renewal within public services, attracting new staff and passing on knowledge and experience, thereby ensuring a Public Administration prepared to meet future challenges. “Modernising the public administration also means valuing its staff, reducing bureaucracy and making life easier for the people of the Azores. We want the investments made to result in public services that are simpler, more efficient and closer to the people, regardless of where they are living,” concluded the Regional Secretary.
November 6, 2026
Azorean Government remains committed to supporting businesses and Public Administration modernisation in 2027
The Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration, Duarte Freitas, highlighted, during the parliamentary hearings on the draft Plan and Budget for 2027, an investment of €71.3 million in the areas of finance, planning and competitiveness, reiterating the Regional Government’s commitment to economic development, support for businesses and the modernisation of public services. This amount includes €58.5 million earmarked for business incentive schemes, supporting private investment and entrepreneurship to boost the regional economy, and foster wealth generation and job creation in the Azores. “We want to continue supporting Azorean businesses, stimulating investment and creating opportunities for those who wish to start a business and develop their economic activity on our islands,” stated Duarte Freitas. As for the modernisation and restructuring of the Regional Public Administration, around five million euros have been earmarked, continuing the investments begun under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). This will consolidate the digital transformation of public services, administrative simplification and the upskilling of staff and managers, particularly in the use of artificial intelligence. In this area, the 2027 Plan also provides for the continuation of Incuba.Açores as a space for innovation and experimentation with new solutions for the Regional Public Administration, promoting the modernisation of work processes and the improvement of public services. An investment of €2.84 million is also planned for the Integrated Citizen and Business Support Network, aimed at improving service delivery and bringing public services closer to citizens and businesses across various islands. The Regional Secretary also highlighted the project to revitalise the Regional Public Administration, emphasising the importance of generational renewal within public services, attracting new staff and passing on knowledge and experience, thereby ensuring a Public Administration prepared to meet future challenges. “Modernising the public administration also means valuing its staff, reducing bureaucracy and making life easier for the people of the Azores. We want the investments made to result in public services that are simpler, more efficient and closer to the people, regardless of where they are living,” concluded the Regional Secretary.
Nota de Imprensa
October 30, 2026
2027 Plan and Budget prioritise Health, Housing and Tourism Promotion
The Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration, Duarte Freitas, emphasised today that the draft Annual Regional Plan and Budget for the Autonomous Region of the Azores for 2027 prioritise meeting the needs of Azorean citizens, with a particular focus on healthcare, housing and tourism promotion. “We are presenting documents that reconcile responsibility in the management of public resources with a clear focus on areas that are essential for Azorean families and the development of the regional economy,” stated the government official. Duarte Freitas handed over the draft Plan and Budget for 2027 to the President of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, Luís Garcia, thereby initiating their parliamentary deliberation. The documents increase funding allocated to health, housing and tourism promotion, improving the Regional Health Service’s response capacity, continuing housing construction and renovation and support for families, and stepping up efforts to promote the Azores as a destination throughout the year. “These additional funds demonstrate the Government’s commitment to these areas, even after the RRP funding cycle has ended. In the housing sector, in particular, we have committed to increased funding from the Regional Budget to ensure the continued provision of the support that Azorean families need,” emphasised Duarte Freitas. The Regional Secretary also highlighted the importance of using EU funds to sustain regional investment, ensuring that these translate into tangible results for local communities and businesses. The proposals will now be reviewed by the standing specialist committees of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, prior to debate and voting in plenary.
October 30, 2026
2027 Plan and Budget prioritise Health, Housing and Tourism Promotion
The Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration, Duarte Freitas, emphasised today that the draft Annual Regional Plan and Budget for the Autonomous Region of the Azores for 2027 prioritise meeting the needs of Azorean citizens, with a particular focus on healthcare, housing and tourism promotion. “We are presenting documents that reconcile responsibility in the management of public resources with a clear focus on areas that are essential for Azorean families and the development of the regional economy,” stated the government official. Duarte Freitas handed over the draft Plan and Budget for 2027 to the President of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, Luís Garcia, thereby initiating their parliamentary deliberation. The documents increase funding allocated to health, housing and tourism promotion, improving the Regional Health Service’s response capacity, continuing housing construction and renovation and support for families, and stepping up efforts to promote the Azores as a destination throughout the year. “These additional funds demonstrate the Government’s commitment to these areas, even after the RRP funding cycle has ended. In the housing sector, in particular, we have committed to increased funding from the Regional Budget to ensure the continued provision of the support that Azorean families need,” emphasised Duarte Freitas. The Regional Secretary also highlighted the importance of using EU funds to sustain regional investment, ensuring that these translate into tangible results for local communities and businesses. The proposals will now be reviewed by the standing specialist committees of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, prior to debate and voting in plenary.
