Information: Fibre optic connection on Flores and Corvo is "powerful tool" in job creation and wealth generation, says Vasco Cordeiro
The President of the Government stated that the fibre optic cable connection to Flores and Corvo, formally opened today, is a "powerful tool" for the generation of wealth and the creation of jobs on both islands. "This is a powerful tool for the development of these islands. However, it is up to Flores and Corvo islanders to harness this potential and use it as a tool for the generation of wealth... more >>

Information: President of the Government defends "increased commitment" of the Portuguese and U.S. Governments in Lajes Air Base process
The President of the Government defended today that the Portuguese and U.S. Governments should demonstrate an "increased commitment" in the Lajes Air Base process, taking into consideration the economic impact already being felt on Terceira Island as a result of the announced reduction of military personnel. "It is important that the parties involved in the process, starting by the National Gove... more >>

Information: President of the Government welcomed Ambassador of the Netherlands
The President of the Government received the Ambassador of the Netherlands in Lisbon at an audience held on Friday. During the meeting, Vasco Cordeiro took the opportunity to highlight the importance of the Dutch market in the development of the tourism sector in the Azores. "The efforts the Region is undertaking to promote this sector also comprise the Dutch market, particularly in the attractio... more >>

Information: Regional Government committed to dialogue with all partners in the Health sector, assures Vasco Cordeiro
The President of the Government assured on Wednesday the availability and interest in the continuous hearing of all partners in the Health Sector, including the Portuguese Medical Association, on the evolution of the Regional Health Service. "We remain available and committed to continue the exchange of views that will contribute to a mutual enrichment of the vision each party has regarding the ... more >>

Information: Vasco Cordeiro wants quick approval of rules on the next European funds
The President of the Government conveyed on Friday his concern for the delay of European institutions in approving the regulatory tools that are necessary to the implementation of European funds for the period 2014-2020. "It raises great concern the fact that they still have not approved the necessary tools for the implementation of the European funds, without which the timely execution of the n... more >>

Information: Vasco Cordeiro discusses cooperation possibilities with the President of Réunion Island
The President of the Government held on Wednesday a bilateral meeting with the President of the Region of Réunion, Didier Robert, on the sidelines of the Conference of Presidents of the Outermost Regions. During the meeting held in Saint Denis, Vasco Cordeiro stressed the possibilities for cooperation between the two regions, particularly in the context of the participation in "R20 - Regions... more >>

Information: European institutions must be proactive to seize potential of ORs, defends Vasco Cordeiro
The President of the Government defended today on the Island of Réunion that European Institutions must take more proactive stance in order to seize the full potential of Outermost Regions (ORs) for the European Union. "I believe that the position of European institutions is too reactive towards the ORs. This behaviour is often manifested with regard to the aspects the ORs propose, demand o... more >>

Information: President of the Government defends educational and demanding action of ORs with the European Union
The President of the Government defended today that Outermost Regions (ORs) should maintain demanding action with European institutions to ensure the defence of their common interests and the improvement of the results achieved in the past decades. "The educational and demanding side of our action should be maintained as the cornerstone of what we are required to do, together and within the Europe... more >>

Information: Government provides support to the transport of cattle feed, announces Vasco Cordeiro
The Regional Government will support the transport of alfalfa, hay and straw for cattle feed to all islands up to a maximum amount of 500 thousand Euros, announced Vasco Cordeiro, after a meeting he held today with the Azores Agricultural Federation. The President of the Government spoke at the end of an audience that took place in Ponta Delgada, adding that a financial support measure was set a... more >>

Information: Vasco Cordeiro welcomed Carolina Bento, World Karate Champion
The President of the Government welcomed on Friday athlete Carolina Bento, who became the World Karate champion in the Kata category at the championships that took place in Poland in late September. The athlete from the Ponta Delgada Shotokan Dojo Club won the gold medal in the age group of cadets (16 to 17 years old), a feat that Vasco Cordeiro considered to be a "source of pride" to the Azo... more >>