Azores: Doing business & staying in touch

Doing business in Azores

Economy

Keeping in Touch in Azores

Telephone

Telephone and mobile services are similar to, but less extensive than, those offered on mainland Portugal.

Internet

Internet services are widely available in kiosks and hotels.

Media

Public TV and radio services are operated by Rádio e Televisão de Portugal (RTP). In 2005 Azoreans were granted access to standard (RTP) services without having to pay satellite subscription charges.

Press

Uniao Açores, Diario Insular and Açoreano Oriental are among the local newspapers available in the Azores.

Television

• Channels include RPT1, dios, SIC, TVI and RTP Açores.

Radio

• Local radio stations include Radio Açores.

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