France and Portugal strengthen relationship with Treaty of Porto - French diplomacy is categorical: the bilateral relationship with Portugal is "excellent".

While Paris sometimes encounters points of friction with certain European partners, this time French diplomacy is categorical: the bilateral relationship with Portugal is "excellent".

This Sunday 12 April marks the entry into force of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (source in French) between the two countries. Signed in Porto in February 2025 by Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, this symbolic text aims to strengthen ties between the two countries in all areas.