#200: PORTUGUESES PRECISAM DE LEVAR UM RASPANETE? c/ Almirante Gouveia e Melo

Bitalk - Negócios à Portuguesa

Bitalk - Negócios à Portuguesa

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In this Bitalk, we'll hear the truths that the Portuguese need to hear from Admiral Gouveia e Melo. Are we going to live in the sea? 🌊 Is Portugal's economic future in the sea? 🚢 Did you know that we know less than 10% of the ocean floor? 🐙 Remember the Admiral's scolding? 👀 Are you wind or flag? 🌬️ Should we be more sea-loving? 🤔

Admiral Gouveia e Melo, an unavoidable figure in the Portuguese political landscape, is known for his strategic role in leading the Navy and for coordinating the Covid-19 vaccination task force in 2021. Born in Mozambique, he lived between Mozambique and São Paulo until the age of 18, before moving to Lisbon to enter the Naval Academy. He built an excellent career, notably in commanding submarines and implementing technological innovations in the Navy. His rise to the rank of Admiral was not without controversy, especially when he assumed the position of Chief of the Naval Staff in 2021, a moment that tested both his leadership skills and his resilience to political decisions.

In addition to his vast military experience, the Admiral stands out for his innovative vision and commitment to exploring the potential of the sea as a new economic and technological frontier. He believes that the Portuguese Navy should be a catalyst for the sustainable development of the ocean, arguing that the future lies in the intelligent exploration and occupation of this maritime territory, which corresponds to two-thirds of the planet. With a passion for Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science, Gouveia e Melo has been a proponent of integrating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and robotics, into naval operations, promoting a more efficient Navy better prepared for the challenges of the future.

Throughout his career, the Admiral has always demonstrated a keen sense of leadership, often adapting his style to the most critical situations. During his command of the Task Force, for example, he chose to wear his military uniform in public as a way to demonstrate seriousness and commitment, reinforcing public confidence during a time of crisis. His direct and pragmatic approach is reflected in everything he does, from how he faced political pressure to his strategic vision of Portugal's role on the international stage.

The Bitalk team would like to thank the Portuguese Navy for their availability and for providing us with space at the naval base to record this episode.

Here are some of the best moments:
00:00 - Intro
00:47 - 2 Million km² of maritime territory
06:35 - Let's live at sea
11:31 - We know less than 10% of the ocean floor
13:15 - The economic and energy revolution is at sea
18:39 - The Navy can unlock the future of the sea
28:00 - The Man with the periscope
33:00 - The Admiral's rant
38:27 - 4 days under ice
41:40 - You can be Wind or Flag
44:00 - FRYING PAN 🍳🤖
47:30 - Growing a disruptive Navy
51:50 - Sea lunatics
58:03 - We almost became Spanish
1:03:40 - At the tail end of Europe with a life of an honorable poor man

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