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Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Autonomous Region of the Azores highlighted at Portugal Day 2026 celebrations in Berlin
Autonomous Region of the Azores highlighted at Portugal Day 2026 celebrations in Berlin
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Science conducted in the Azores sets example for Europe, stresses Artur Lima
Science conducted in the Azores sets example for Europe, stresses Artur Lima
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Artur Lima identifies science and technology as cornerstones of regional competitiveness
Artur Lima identifies science and technology as cornerstones of regional competitiveness
June 8, 2026
Autonomous Region of the Azores highlighted at Portugal Day 2026 celebrations in Berlin
May 28, 2026
Science conducted in the Azores sets example for Europe, stresses Artur Lima
May 27, 2026
Artur Lima identifies science and technology as cornerstones of regional competitiveness
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Nota de Imprensa
June 8, 2026
Autonomous Region of the Azores highlighted at Portugal Day 2026 celebrations in Berlin
At the invitation of the Portuguese Ambassador to Berlin, Madalena Fischer, the Autonomous Region of the Azores, represented by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, will have a prominent place in the celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day on June 10 in Germany. At the invitation of the Portuguese Ambassador to Berlin, Madalena Fischer, the Autonomous Region of the Azores, represented by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, will have a prominent place in the celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day on June 10 in Germany. “The Autonomous Region of the Azores is delighted to be taking part in these celebrations. We have much to contribute and share on June 10 in Berlin,” emphasised the Vice-President of the Regional Government. “The Portugal Day celebrations in Berlin are a unique opportunity to promote the Region abroad, showcasing its economic, cultural, tourist and gastronomic aspects,” he added. The celebration programme includes activities for industry professionals and partners, sessions dedicated to promoting regional products, and live musical performances featuring the "Viola da Terra" (traditional Azorean guitar), led by Tiago Toste. “This is another opportunity to raise the profile of the Azores in Europe, particularly amongst a highly interested audience. We are continuing to promote the Azores beyond our borders, seeking new economic opportunities in a strategic market,” emphasised Artur Lima. The celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day in Berlin will take place on June 10 at the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin, Germany. They will be attended by the Secretary of State for European Affairs, Inês Domingos.
June 8, 2026
Autonomous Region of the Azores highlighted at Portugal Day 2026 celebrations in Berlin
At the invitation of the Portuguese Ambassador to Berlin, Madalena Fischer, the Autonomous Region of the Azores, represented by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, will have a prominent place in the celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day on June 10 in Germany. At the invitation of the Portuguese Ambassador to Berlin, Madalena Fischer, the Autonomous Region of the Azores, represented by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, will have a prominent place in the celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day on June 10 in Germany. “The Autonomous Region of the Azores is delighted to be taking part in these celebrations. We have much to contribute and share on June 10 in Berlin,” emphasised the Vice-President of the Regional Government. “The Portugal Day celebrations in Berlin are a unique opportunity to promote the Region abroad, showcasing its economic, cultural, tourist and gastronomic aspects,” he added. The celebration programme includes activities for industry professionals and partners, sessions dedicated to promoting regional products, and live musical performances featuring the "Viola da Terra" (traditional Azorean guitar), led by Tiago Toste. “This is another opportunity to raise the profile of the Azores in Europe, particularly amongst a highly interested audience. We are continuing to promote the Azores beyond our borders, seeking new economic opportunities in a strategic market,” emphasised Artur Lima. The celebrations of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities Day in Berlin will take place on June 10 at the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin, Germany. They will be attended by the Secretary of State for European Affairs, Inês Domingos.
Nota de Imprensa
May 28, 2026
Science conducted in the Azores sets example for Europe, stresses Artur Lima
The Vice-President of the Regional Government of the Azores, Artur Lima, chaired today the opening session of the fourth edition of the S3 SUMMIT: Smart Specialisation Strategy. According to the Vice-President, the Azores are “an outermost region with a future in Europe. The science conducted here is at the highest level, highly skilled and valued” at a European level. “The Azores have not lost their geostrategic importance,” he declared, adding that the Region “is now a route for submarine cables, which are fundamental for science, communication and digital transition.” “The Region is peripherally central. We are an example for Europe, and for that reason, we should be acknowledged by the European Union, which does not always happen,” noted Artur Lima. The Vice-President of the Government highlighted regional scientific progress, mentioning the science and technology parks and the future Martec Technopole in Horta. "These are examples of what the Government has been doing to retain talent in the Azores. We are taking another structural step in this area through university residences that will allow researchers and students to establish themselves here,” he stated. In this context, he addressed the deepened cooperation with the University of the Azores, mentioning a regional tenure programme currently being prepared to attract researchers to the Region. Artur Lima also highlighted the Azores’ current importance for the study of biodiversity and the ocean, noting that the European Union may establish a Deep Sea Observatory on the island of Faial. “This is the direction in which this Government is working, and this is why RIS3 has been amended,” he asserted. “We have added the areas of Health and Space and Data Science to the vertical sectors. We have taken very significant steps in science, and RIS3 is fundamental in this regard, being well-suited to current developments and the future,” he assured. The Vice-President also highlighted the “absolutely extraordinary work” of the Regional Directorate for Science, Innovation and Development, as well as the investment of €1.4 million in co-financing up to 2028 for 36 scientific projects, mobilising an overall investment of €9.2 million. The S3 SUMMIT: Smart Specialisation Strategy is organised under the theme “Outermost Regions: Territories with a future?”. This fourth edition aims to analyse and discuss the present and future of smart specialisation strategies (SSS), as well as their effects and impacts on the Outermost Regions. The debate will provide an opportunity to deepen knowledge-sharing, mutual learning and reflection on the relevance of these strategies for innovation, territorial transformation, and economic and social development. It will also provide an opportunity to reflect on the role that Outermost Regions play in the European and global strategic context.
May 28, 2026
Science conducted in the Azores sets example for Europe, stresses Artur Lima
The Vice-President of the Regional Government of the Azores, Artur Lima, chaired today the opening session of the fourth edition of the S3 SUMMIT: Smart Specialisation Strategy. According to the Vice-President, the Azores are “an outermost region with a future in Europe. The science conducted here is at the highest level, highly skilled and valued” at a European level. “The Azores have not lost their geostrategic importance,” he declared, adding that the Region “is now a route for submarine cables, which are fundamental for science, communication and digital transition.” “The Region is peripherally central. We are an example for Europe, and for that reason, we should be acknowledged by the European Union, which does not always happen,” noted Artur Lima. The Vice-President of the Government highlighted regional scientific progress, mentioning the science and technology parks and the future Martec Technopole in Horta. "These are examples of what the Government has been doing to retain talent in the Azores. We are taking another structural step in this area through university residences that will allow researchers and students to establish themselves here,” he stated. In this context, he addressed the deepened cooperation with the University of the Azores, mentioning a regional tenure programme currently being prepared to attract researchers to the Region. Artur Lima also highlighted the Azores’ current importance for the study of biodiversity and the ocean, noting that the European Union may establish a Deep Sea Observatory on the island of Faial. “This is the direction in which this Government is working, and this is why RIS3 has been amended,” he asserted. “We have added the areas of Health and Space and Data Science to the vertical sectors. We have taken very significant steps in science, and RIS3 is fundamental in this regard, being well-suited to current developments and the future,” he assured. The Vice-President also highlighted the “absolutely extraordinary work” of the Regional Directorate for Science, Innovation and Development, as well as the investment of €1.4 million in co-financing up to 2028 for 36 scientific projects, mobilising an overall investment of €9.2 million. The S3 SUMMIT: Smart Specialisation Strategy is organised under the theme “Outermost Regions: Territories with a future?”. This fourth edition aims to analyse and discuss the present and future of smart specialisation strategies (SSS), as well as their effects and impacts on the Outermost Regions. The debate will provide an opportunity to deepen knowledge-sharing, mutual learning and reflection on the relevance of these strategies for innovation, territorial transformation, and economic and social development. It will also provide an opportunity to reflect on the role that Outermost Regions play in the European and global strategic context.
