Portugal: the government launches an anti-crisis plan up to 2.5 billion euro to revive the economy and support employment

The Portuguese government presented its exceptional anti-crisis plan, "initiative for investment and employment", following the decisions made at the European summit in Brussels on December 12. Out of the 2.5 billion euro promised by the government, 800 million would come from European funds. Part of these funds will pay for measures to support employment. (Ref. 081020)
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A strategy based on 5 pillars. The plan defines five pillars considered as central: modernizing schools; sustainable energy; modernizing technological infrastructures; supporting the economy; assisting employment.

Economic activity. The Portuguese government decided to financially support the productive sector, especially SMEs. This will mostly be done via the creation of a new line of credit and mechanisms to guarantee these credits. Assistance for exports, investment and promotion are also env

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