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H.E. Ambassador’s Official Visit to the Azores, Portugal

Posted on: May 06, 2025 | Back | Print

As part of Portugal, the Azores islands hold a special place in the long-standing relationship between India and Portugal. To further strengthen these ties and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the re-establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, His Excellency the Ambassador paid an official visit to the Azores.

In São Miguel, the Ambassador called on H.E. Mr. José Manuel Bolieiro, President of the Regional Government of the Azores. The two leaders discussed opportunities for deeper bilateral engagement and the possibility of celebrating the 50th anniversary of India-Portugal diplomatic relations in the Azores.

In Terceira, the Ambassador met with H.E. Ambassador Pedro Catarino, Representative of the Republic of Portugal to the Azores. Their meeting focused on bilateral cooperation and the renewed India-Portugal relations.

The Ambassador also called on H.E. Mr. Luís Garcia, President (Speaker) of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores. Their discussions covered the strength of democratic institutions in both countries. The meeting held special significance as it coincided with the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, architect of the Indian Constitution. On this occasion, the Ambassador also visited the Museum of the Azores Parliament, which documents the parliamentary and democratic history of the region.

In Horta, the Ambassador had a memorable meeting with Mr. Genuíno Madruga, a renowned sailor who solo circumnavigated the globe twice—first between October 2000 and May 2002, and again from August 2007 to June 2009. Mr. Madruga shared his experiences, chronicled in his book The World as I Saw It.

This visit highlighted the strong democratic values and historical friendship shared between India and Portugal, and reaffirmed India’s commitment to engaging with all regions of Portugal, including the Azores.
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