European Welfare state

 It is based on the principles of equality of opportunity, equitable distribution of wealth, and public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions for a good life.

The welfare state involves a transfer of funds from the state, to the services provided (i.e. healthcare, education, etc.), as well as directly to individuals ("benefits")

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António Barreto

"Felizmente, a mortalidade infantil tem vindo a diminuir de forma consistente - nesse ano de 2005, por exemplo, era apenas de 3,5 por mil nados vivos, passando Portugal a fazer parte do grupo dos dez melhores países a nível mundial [...]"