Lisbon's Mayor Moedas: Leading the city’s rise as global innovation hub | Talk to Al Jazeera
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Lisbon, famed for its golden sunsets and cobbled streets, stands rich in history and resilience.It has weathered earthquakes and political and economic turmoil, cultivating a strong spirit.Currently, the city navigates issues like gentrification, a housing crisis and climate threats.As Portugal’s capital evolves into a leading tech and remote-working hub, it faces the challenge of evenly distributing financial benefits among its citizens.Amid Portugal’s political upheaval, including Prime Minister Antonio Costa’s resignation due to corruption inquiries, how might these national events influence Lisbon’s transformation?The Mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Moedas, talks to Al Jazeera.Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribeFollow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglishFind us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeeraCheck our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile@AljazeeraEnglish#Aljazeeraenglish#News
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