The article reports that José Luís Carneiro, Secretary-General of the Portuguese Socialist Party (PS), criticized the Portuguese government for demonstrating a “lack of democratic humility” during recent social dialogue on labor legislation. Carneiro highlighted that the government failed to reach agreements with key social partners, including the UGT union, which he claims was due to the government's inflexibility. He expressed disappointment over the timing of negotiations, especially coinciding with the President's inauguration, and criticized the proposed labor reforms as particularly harmful to youth, women, and vulnerable workers. Carneiro called for the government to create conditions conducive to renewed dialogue with social partners.