Marco Rubio Calls Portugal 'Ideal Gateway' to Europe for US During Lisbon Visit

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The US Secretary of State avoided polemizing about Spain "so as not to create a problem" between Portugal "and another country" He thanked the Portuguese contribution to NATO: "He has been a great ally when not all have been." More information: USA tightens Portugal: Marco Rubio advocates F-35 hunting against European options to replace the F-16s

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Helena Ferro Gouveia sees Marco Rubio's visit to Portugal in the perspective of "economic diplomacy". The international affairs analyst considers that the US has come "to do business" with its loyal ally.

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The head of American diplomacy spoke during a joint press conference in Lisbon with the Portuguese counterpart, Paulo Rangel.

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On October 8, 2026, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) and Portuguese Foreign Minister Paul Langer held a joint press conference at the Nessédades Palace (Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs) in Lisbon. Portugal was the last stop on Rubio's current European tour. (Mark Schiefelbein/POOL/AFP)