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The Regional Government Council approved cooperation agreements and financial support for three cultural initiatives, including an international mandolin festival and a theatre play.
The Regional Government of Madeira approved, in a plenary session on July 15, the allocation of financial support to three cultural associations for the implementation of specific projects in 2026. The decisions were formalised through resolutions of the Regional Government Council, which authorise the signing of cultural development and cooperation agreements.
The supported projects aim to promote Madeiran musical tradition, theatre, and cultural decentralisation, aligning with the priorities of the government programme for culture. The support is granted under Regional Legislative Decree No. 25/99/M and Ordinance No. 79/2001, which regulate funding for projects of cultural interest.
The beneficiary entities and their respective amounts are as follows:
The agreements take effect from the date of their signature until December 31, 2026.
The Government Council authorized the signing of cultural cooperation agreements with four entities, allocating financial support totalling 18 thousand euros for performances, an album recording, and a festival.
Produções Independentes - Associação receives financial support to conduct an artistic residency with a final presentation and exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Madeira.
Two resolutions from the Regional Government publicly highlight and commend the achievements of Madeiran athletes in the Portuguese Handball Cup and the World Cup of Artistic Roller Skating.