Tightening security. (Capitals: Lisbon).(Brief Article)

Right from the start, Portugal's government made clear its readiness not only to support an international coalition against terrorism but also to act to safeguard the security of its own citizens in the face of possible threats to internal security.

In a speech to parliament, Prime Minister Antonio Guterres cited the declaration by the European Council--the gathering of EU heads of state and government--that: "The countries of the Union are ready to take part in antiterrorist actions, each according to its means." Meantime, beyond the immediate steps to heighten airport