João Bruto da Cota

João Bruto da Cota is a prominent political figure in the Azores, serving as the parliamentary leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD). He has been actively involved in discussions concerning the sustainability of the fishing sector in the region, advocating for the protection of fishermen's interests while balancing environmental concerns. Recently, he supported a proposal to delay the implementation of new marine protected areas to ensure that socioeconomic impacts on the fishing community are thoroughly assessed.