Will Portugal fix EU's defence and security policy? The question of whether the EU's Common Security and Defence Policy should focus on territorial defence and the protection of Europe or be used primarily for external crisis management also requires fundamental clarification (Photo: Public Affairs Office) Berlin, 2. Feb, 07:18 Santa Maria da Feira is a county seat in northern Portugal with a listed historic centre and an impressive 16th century fort. Read and decide Get instant access to all articles — and 20 years of archives. 14-day free trial. Choose your plan Our exclusive news stories and investigations. Influential. Investigative. Independent. Why join? Already a member?