Launched in 2012, the cash-for-residence programme has performed well financially but also attracted strong criticism from the EU.
Portugal
Alliance will enhance cooperation among universities and institutes in areas such as resource sharing, scientific research, talent development and innovation.
Port will facilitate transport along strategic Praia–Dakar–Abidjan corridor and increase potential of UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve.
Citizens from Brazil, Timor-Leste and Portuguese-speaking countries in Africa will be granted visa on request.
Around 20 booths will stock tempting products from Portuguese-speaking countries such as Portugal, Brazil and Timor-Leste.
Funds should boost country’s structural transformation, with strong emphasis on innovation and climate transition and sustainability.
China’s ambassador to Portugal visits autonomous island region’s technological and fisheries companies, and takes part in roundtable discussion.
Guo Guangchang, known as China’s Warren Buffett, insists company is secure despite reports of debts of US$40 billion.
US$309 million expansion, due to be completed by 2028, will double terminal’s annual handling capacity to 4.1 million TEU.