Press release – António Costa: “We need to work for a stronger transatlantic relationship”
António Costa, Prime Minister of Portugal, addressed the event “2023: A new era of transatlantic relations”, organized by the Serralves Foundation in Porto. The session was part of the commemorative events of the 50th anniversary of the Foundation, in partnership with the Luso-American Development Foundation.
In his speech, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of the transatlantic relationship and the need to work together to make it stronger.
“The transatlantic relationship is fundamental for global stability and prosperity. We need to work together to make it stronger, to address the challenges of our time and to build a better future for our citizens.”
The Prime Minister also stressed the importance of cooperation between Europe and the United States in areas such as climate change, trade, and security.
“We need to cooperate in areas such as climate change, trade, and security. We need to work together to promote democracy and human rights.”
The event was attended by numerous guests, including the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken.
António Costa’s full speech
Good morning everyone,
I am honored to be here today to speak about the importance of the transatlantic relationship and the need to work together to make it stronger.
The transatlantic relationship is fundamental for global stability and prosperity. It is based on shared values, such as democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
Together, the United States and Europe account for more than half of the world’s GDP and more than a third of the world’s population.
We are the world’s largest trading partners and we have a long history of cooperation on security and defense.
However, the transatlantic relationship is not without its challenges.
We have different perspectives on some issues, such as trade and climate change.
We also face new challenges, such as the rise of China and the threat of terrorism.
But despite these challenges, the transatlantic relationship remains essential for both the United States and Europe.
We need to work together to address the challenges of our time and to build a better future for our citizens.
Here are three specific areas where I believe we need to strengthen the transatlantic relationship:
First, we need to cooperate on climate change.
Climate change is one of the most serious challenges facing our planet today.
We need to work together to reduce emissions, invest in clean energy, and adapt to the effects of climate change.
Second, we need to cooperate on trade.
Trade is essential for economic growth and prosperity.
We need to work together to create a fair and open trading system that benefits both the United States and Europe.
Third, we need to cooperate on security.
We face common security challenges, such as terrorism, cyber threats, and the proliferation of nuclear weapons.
We need to work together to keep our citizens safe and secure.
I am confident that we can strengthen the transatlantic relationship and build a better future for our citizens.
But we need to work together.
We need to be open to dialogue and compromise.
And we need to be committed to working together for the common good.
Thank you.
Press release – António Costa: “We need to work for a stronger transatlantic relationship”
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