António José Seguro has updated the social media platforms where he already had a presence, namely Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, now presenting himself as 'President of the Portuguese Republic'. The accounts that the new head of state will use are the same ones he used during the election campaign. Photographs of this Monday's inauguration have already been published on these networks.
What are the social media accounts of the new President of the Republic?
Monday, 9 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The President of the Republic (Presidente da República) is Portugal's head of state, elected by direct popular vote for a five-year term, renewable once. The role is largely ceremonial but carries significant reserve powers that become crucial during political crises.
Key presidential powers include: appointing the Prime Minister (based on election results and parliamentary consultations), dissolving the Assembly of the Republic and calling new elections, vetoing legislation (which parliament can override), referring laws to the Constitutional Court, and declaring states of emergency.
The President also represents Portugal internationally, serves as Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces, and plays a moderating role in political disputes. António José Seguro has served as President since March 2026, following the two-round presidential election in January 2026.
