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The Portuguese appear in 6th place in a ranking of English proficiency, according to an international study conducted in 123 countries, in which Portuguese students and teachers stand out.

After an intense week between the Web Summit 2025 and the associated Ecosystem Summit, I was left with a clear sense that I had witnessed epoch-making change.

American technology company Microsoft has announced that it will invest around $10 billion (approximately €8.6 billion) in the creation of a large data centre in Sines, Portugal.

Web Summit 2025 has once again confirmed its reputation as the epicentre of technological breakthroughs and ideas that shape tomorrow. This year, one topic overshadowed all others: artificial intelligence. It is no longer in the future — it is in every sector, every start-up, every conversation.

When someone says, ‘I share the values of the mindful approach,’ there is much more to it than just an interest in meditation.

Moving countries can feel like a fresh start. It also changes how your parents access care, fill prescriptions, and pay hospital bills. A little preparation goes a long way. With the right mix of parents' health insurance and local support, you can keep surprises to a minimum and focus on settling in. Read on to know more.

(Available in EN | RU) All Portugal News - weekly editions in English and Russian about everything that is happening that is interesting and relevant in Portugal. Latest news, cultural events, economy, society and the stories of the people who make the real life of the country happen.

As teleworking becomes more established in the country, coworking spaces and flexible offices are seeing increasing demand.

On October 22, 2025, Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa signed the revised Foreigners Law (Law No. 61/2025), which came into force on October 23, 2025.

The European Parliament has given the green light to modernise driver's license rules in the European Union, allowing 17-year-olds to drive alongside an experienced driver and the use of a digital license.

All appointments for work-seeking visas in Portugal will be cancelled as of tomorrow (23 October), as these will be replaced by skilled work-seeking visas.

(Available in EN | RU) All Portugal News - weekly editions in English and Russian about everything that is happening that is interesting and relevant in Portugal. Latest news, cultural events, economy, society and the stories of the people who make the real life of the country happen.

(Available in EN | RU) All Portugal News - weekly editions in English and Russian about everything that is happening that is interesting and relevant in Portugal. Latest news, cultural events, economy, society and the stories of the people who make the real life of the country happen.

The 2026 State Budget Bill does not contain any revolutionary changes that could radically transform the situation of SMEs, but it does include several important positive measures that are worth considering.

Immigration is a marathon, not a sprint. Integration into a new culture, language, and rhythm of life takes time, support, and energy. And, surprisingly, sport often becomes the shortest path to integration. It doesn't require perfect Portuguese, doesn't divide people into "us" and "them"; on the contrary, it unites people through movement, emotions, and common goals.

In an age where every individual can craft and circulate their own version of reality, truth has become contested territory. 

A new study has compared performance indicators in the municipalities across Portugal, including where people earn the most and where companies are most successful.

(Available in EN | RU) All Portugal News - weekly editions in English and Russian about everything that is happening that is interesting and relevant in Portugal. Latest news, cultural events, economy, society and the stories of the people who make the real life of the country happen.

At the table, there is no talk of politics. At the table, there is no talk of problems. At the table, you swallow hard and pretend that the country works. 

Portugal is an increasingly attractive destination for international businesses and foreign-owned companies seeking to expand operations and access a highly skilled workforce. Navigating the Portuguese employment landscape requires a comprehensive understanding of national labor laws, tax regulations, and cultural norms.