Portugal’s New Government to Maintain Cooperation Strategy

The new Portuguese government has announced its commitment to maintaining the Cooperation Strategy 2030, a seven-year plan for development cooperation policies, established by the previous administration. The government will prioritize African Portuguese-speaking Countries (PALOP) and Timor-Leste, with a focus on strengthening education and the Portuguese language. While the strategy remains flexible and will be adapted as needed, the government aims to work towards achieving the international target of 0.7% of Gross National Income (GNI) for Official Development Assistance (ODA). This ambitious goal seeks to bolster Portugal’s investment in cooperation and development aid, solidifying the country’s commitment to a sustainable and impactful approach.