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Portugal and Spain coordinate Lisbon-Madrid infrastructure links
Portuguese and Spanish officials met in Lisbon to coordinate infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity between Portugal and the Extremadura region of Spain. The Portuguese government confirmed that the high-capacity connection via the IC31-EX A1 axis is a national strategic priority intended to integrate territories and boost economic development.
Discussions also covered the high-speed rail link between Lisbon and Madrid. While Portugal expects to meet its milestones—aiming for a one-hour journey from Lisbon to the border by 2034—officials expressed concern regarding potential delays on the Spanish side. Specifically, there are doubts about whether the rail infrastructure between Madrid and Extremadura, particularly through Toledo, will be completed in time to meet the goal of a three-hour travel time between the two capitals by 2034.
Entities
Francisco José Ramírez · Government of Portugal · Hugo Espírito Santo · Junta de Extremadura · Madrid
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The high-speed rail project between Lisbon and Caia is scheduled for completion by 2034. laaldaba.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The goal is to connect Madrid and Lisbon in five hours by 2030 and three hours by 2034.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The connection between Castelo Branco and the Extremadura border via the IC31-EX A1 axis is a national strategic priority for Portugal. laaldaba.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Portugal expressed concern that Spain may not meet its deadlines due to delays in the Madrid-Extremadura rail line, particularly in Toledo.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The IC31 road is one of four major strategic investments for Portugal's Central Region. laaldaba.es