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Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Artur Lima reiterates ambition to transform and boost regional science
Artur Lima reiterates ambition to transform and boost regional science
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Artur Lima highlights Azores’ historic role in transatlantic relations at 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission
Artur Lima highlights Azores’ historic role in transatlantic relations at 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Artur Lima represents the Azores at Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe
Artur Lima represents the Azores at Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe
November 5, 2026
Artur Lima reiterates ambition to transform and boost regional science
November 4, 2026
Artur Lima highlights Azores’ historic role in transatlantic relations at 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission
October 30, 2026
Artur Lima represents the Azores at Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe
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Nota de Imprensa
November 5, 2026
Artur Lima reiterates ambition to transform and boost regional science
The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, reiterated the “ambition to boost the Region’s capacity for innovation and scientific research” during the parliamentary hearings on the proposals for the 2027 Regional Plan and Budget. For Artur Lima, the Azores’ status as an island and archipelago “poses additional challenges for science,” making it necessary to “develop a coherent strategy that transforms these challenges into opportunities.” In 2027, “we reiterate our ambition to boost the Region’s capacity for innovation and scientific research,” he asserted. The government official highlighted the launch of the "Azores 2030" calls for proposals for research and technological development projects, with an overall budget of over €9 million. He then mentioned the programme to recruit PhD graduates over the next five years, in partnership with the University of the Azores, with a total budget of €1.25 million, as well as the approval of CoRe.This legal framework reorganises and promotes cooperation among society, academia, businesses and the Government. Concerning Lajes Airport, the Vice-President highlighted the new route to Funchal, which will continue in 2027, as well as routes to Zurich, San Francisco and Boston, along with the United Airlines flights to Newark. Artur Lima also emphasised that the project to expand Lajes Airport will be completed this year. He added that €5 million has been earmarked in the public works plan for 2027, with funding from the "Sustentável 2030" programme.
November 5, 2026
Artur Lima reiterates ambition to transform and boost regional science
The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, reiterated the “ambition to boost the Region’s capacity for innovation and scientific research” during the parliamentary hearings on the proposals for the 2027 Regional Plan and Budget. For Artur Lima, the Azores’ status as an island and archipelago “poses additional challenges for science,” making it necessary to “develop a coherent strategy that transforms these challenges into opportunities.” In 2027, “we reiterate our ambition to boost the Region’s capacity for innovation and scientific research,” he asserted. The government official highlighted the launch of the "Azores 2030" calls for proposals for research and technological development projects, with an overall budget of over €9 million. He then mentioned the programme to recruit PhD graduates over the next five years, in partnership with the University of the Azores, with a total budget of €1.25 million, as well as the approval of CoRe.This legal framework reorganises and promotes cooperation among society, academia, businesses and the Government. Concerning Lajes Airport, the Vice-President highlighted the new route to Funchal, which will continue in 2027, as well as routes to Zurich, San Francisco and Boston, along with the United Airlines flights to Newark. Artur Lima also emphasised that the project to expand Lajes Airport will be completed this year. He added that €5 million has been earmarked in the public works plan for 2027, with funding from the "Sustentável 2030" programme.
Nota de Imprensa
November 4, 2026
Artur Lima highlights Azores’ historic role in transatlantic relations at 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission
The Vice-President of the Regional Government of the Azores, Artur Lima, highlighted the Region’s historic role in transatlantic relations at the 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission. The meeting addressed economic cooperation, defence and security cooperation, and the importance of Lajes Air Base to relations between the two countries. Artur Lima highlighted the archipelago’s strategic contribution to international security and stability since World War II. The Vice-President acknowledged ongoing efforts regarding the environmental remediation process on Terceira Island, whilst reiterating the need for a firm commitment to its full resolution. The government official emphasised the importance of promoting the export of regional products to the U.S. market, highlighting the role of the Azorean diaspora in strengthening economic and trade ties between the two parties. In this regard, he proposed the adoption of specific trade facilitation measures and tax relief mechanisms applicable to Azorean exports, which would provide an immediate economic boost to the regional economy, foster the sustainable development of the local industry and strengthen the ties between our communities on both sides of the Atlantic. Artur Lima also highlighted the Region’s potential in the fields of innovation and technology, expressing his willingness to establish joint research projects in areas such as deep-sea exploration, marine biodiversity, atmospheric sciences and space technologies. The Vice-President of the Regional Government also thanked the diplomatic mission of the United States of America, in particular Ambassador John Arrigo, Minister-Counsellor Kristen Pisani, and U.S. Consul Rica Rico, for their commitment to relations between the Azores and the USA. Finally, he expressed his gratitude to the Portuguese Ambassador to the United States of America, Francisco Duarte Lopes, for the work and dedication he has shown in maintaining and strengthening the friendly relations and cooperation between Portugal and the USA.
November 4, 2026
Artur Lima highlights Azores’ historic role in transatlantic relations at 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission
The Vice-President of the Regional Government of the Azores, Artur Lima, highlighted the Region’s historic role in transatlantic relations at the 53rd Portugal-U.S. Standing Bilateral Commission. The meeting addressed economic cooperation, defence and security cooperation, and the importance of Lajes Air Base to relations between the two countries. Artur Lima highlighted the archipelago’s strategic contribution to international security and stability since World War II. The Vice-President acknowledged ongoing efforts regarding the environmental remediation process on Terceira Island, whilst reiterating the need for a firm commitment to its full resolution. The government official emphasised the importance of promoting the export of regional products to the U.S. market, highlighting the role of the Azorean diaspora in strengthening economic and trade ties between the two parties. In this regard, he proposed the adoption of specific trade facilitation measures and tax relief mechanisms applicable to Azorean exports, which would provide an immediate economic boost to the regional economy, foster the sustainable development of the local industry and strengthen the ties between our communities on both sides of the Atlantic. Artur Lima also highlighted the Region’s potential in the fields of innovation and technology, expressing his willingness to establish joint research projects in areas such as deep-sea exploration, marine biodiversity, atmospheric sciences and space technologies. The Vice-President of the Regional Government also thanked the diplomatic mission of the United States of America, in particular Ambassador John Arrigo, Minister-Counsellor Kristen Pisani, and U.S. Consul Rica Rico, for their commitment to relations between the Azores and the USA. Finally, he expressed his gratitude to the Portuguese Ambassador to the United States of America, Francisco Duarte Lopes, for the work and dedication he has shown in maintaining and strengthening the friendly relations and cooperation between Portugal and the USA.
