Summary:
Luis Montenegro supports European giants outside France and Germany
Calls for a new approach in European cohesion policy
Equal opportunities should be prioritized over aid requests
Criticizes delays in energy interconnections as unacceptable
Emphasizes Portugal's potential for renewable energy production
Montenegro Advocates for European Giants
Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro expressed his support for the creation of European commercial and industrial giants, provided they are not dominated by the interests of France and Germany. Speaking at a conference in Porto, organized by the newspaper Eco, he emphasized the importance of equal opportunities in shaping European cohesion policies.
A Shift in European Cohesion Policy
Montenegro highlighted the need for a new approach to the European cohesion pillar, stating that Portugal should no longer approach Europe with a hand out for cohesion funds. He believes that the focus should shift toward ensuring that Portuguese companies enjoy the same conditions as those in Central and Eastern Europe.
Energy Production and Interconnections
He pointed out the unacceptable delays in energy production and distribution connections between the Iberian Peninsula and Europe, stressing that after a decade, progress remains stagnant. Montenegro criticized the justifications for these delays and warned that such obstacles undermine equal opportunities and energy autonomy.
Green Energy Potential
Montenegro further argued that failing to utilize Portugal's potential for renewable energy production contradicts the principles of the European Union. The Prime Minister's remarks underline the need for urgent action to align European policies with the realities of energy production and climate change commitments.
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