I am proud to have campaigned for motions adopted at the convention that reaffirmed the liberals' humanist stance on immigration, nationality, equality and the fight against hate and discrimination. Opinion by Sandra Pimentel
I did not abandon Iniciativa Liberal
Saturday, 31 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The Nationality Law (Lei da Nacionalidade) sets the rules for who can be a Portuguese citizen, covering birth, descent, naturalisation, marriage and long-term residence. Its approval alongside the 2026 State Budget means changes to those eligibility rules will be implemented as part of the government's 2026 policy package, which the prime minister said will affect the country's stability and competitiveness.
