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Portugal’s €1.1B EU RRP payment is a clear signal about national investment priorities. This article explains what EU funding means in practice for founders and operators, how opportunities often appear through digitalisation, energy, and procurement, and how to decide whether to apply, partner, or ignore the distraction.