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PSD Highlights Integration and Solidarity at Luso-Venezuelan Festival

Madeira GuideMadeira Guide
August 11, 2026
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The PSD emphasized the importance of community and solidarity at the Luso-Venezuelan Festival in Ribeira Brava, focusing on the Venezuelan diaspora's integration into Madeira's society.

The Luso-Venezuelan Festival, held in Ribeira Brava, Madeira, served as a significant event for the local Venezuelan community and their descendants. The festival was attended by members of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), who highlighted the importance of integration and solidarity within the Madeiran society.

Carlos Fernandes, a PSD deputy, underscored the festival as a moment of unity and affirmation for the Venezuelan community, which he sees as an integral part of Madeira's social fabric. The event also served as a platform to express solidarity with those affected by the recent earthquake in Venezuela.

The Madeira government and PSD have been actively supporting the Venezuelan community, ensuring their needs are met in times of crisis. Fernandes also reiterated the party's support for political prisoners and their families, emphasizing the universal importance of freedom and human rights.

The contributions of the Venezuelan and Luso-Venezuelan communities to Madeira's economy and social development were highlighted. These communities have been pivotal in various sectors, bringing investment and entrepreneurship to the region.

Fernandes affirmed that the Venezuelan community is now a well-integrated part of Madeiran society, contributing significantly to its economic and cultural landscape. The PSD remains committed to supporting this community, ensuring their rights and integration are preserved.

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