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Castanheira de Pera calls for decentralization of knowledge

Observador14 September 2026 at 16:59

Castanheira de Pera is defending the decentralization of knowledge as a way to develop the interior of the country. The local mayor believes that this measure is essential to revitalize the most disadvantaged regions and allow for more balanced growth of the territory.

The mayor rejects the uniform application of public policies, considering that this approach does not recognize the particularities of each region. In his view, policies must be adapted to the specific needs of each territory.

This position arises in the context of a broader debate about the asymmetries between the interior and the coast of Portugal. The mayor argues that the current development model has not been effective in reversing the trend of abandonment and depopulation of the interior areas of the country.

Why this matters

Readers of this region, especially inhabitants of the central interior of the country, are directly affected by public policies that may not respond to their specific needs. The position of the mayor of Castanheira de Pera reflects a growing concern with regional asymmetries and may influence the debate on how resources and knowledge should be distributed throughout the country.

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