Admiral spares Ventura and reinforces the non-aggression pact
In the two group debates it was clear the pair did not attack each other and, even in the face‑to‑face, were restrained. During the campaign the admiral has avoided targeting Ventura. The friendliness has been mutual.
It's not normal to reach an election campaign and suddenly resort to personal attacks
Rui Moreira comments on the evolution of CNN Portugal's tracking poll, which follows Portuguese voting intentions for the presidential election. The commentator also analyses the latest debate in the run-up to these elections, which was marked by barbs between Marques Mendes and Gouveia e Melo.
The Tactical Minute. The 11-way debate on RTP
The right-wing competition, Jorge Pinto's sacrifice and who is more of a friend to Sá Carneiro.
There were two moments in the debate that greatly favoured António José Seguro
João Marcelino, a commentator for CNN Portugal, analyses the debate that brought the eleven presidential candidates face to face.
Presidential election: Eleven candidates spar tonight on RTP
It's the final debate in the race for Belém; the presidential election is scheduled for 18 January.
Televised debate with the 11 presidential candidates tonight at 10:00pm on RTP
This is the final debate with the presidential candidates before the election on 18 January.
Presidential election: André Pestana, Humberto Correia and Manuel João Vieira in debate
Presidential candidates André Pestana, Humberto Correia and Manuel João Vieira are taking part in a debate on Antena 1 this Monday. The Portuguese will elect the next head of state on 18 January.
Dissolution, Ukraine, Justice and Lobbying — the candidates' showdown on the radio
After the New Year, the debates are back. There are 16 days left until the presidential election and the campaign begins next Sunday.
The radio debate in three minutes
A joint debate on Rádio Observador, TSF, Rádio Renascença and Antena 1 lasted two hours. It brought together eight of the 11 candidates for the Presidency of the Republic.
Radio debate — what to expect from each candidate?
Pedro Benevides and António Costa preview the head-to-head. Journalists from TVI and ECO believe it could be decisive in helping voters decide at the ballot box.
6am: Presidential debate with eight candidates on the radio this morning
A radio-hosted presidential debate featuring eight candidates will be broadcast live at 6am. The early-morning forum will focus on key policy issues and voter concerns, offering an analytical platform to compare candidates’ positions and campaign strategies ahead of the election. The timing and radio format may influence reach and engagement, making it a noteworthy moment in the campaign calendar.
5h. Elections. Radio debate takes place this Friday
The debate is organised by Rádio Observador, TSF, Antena 1 and Rádio Renascença. Also, eight districts are under a yellow warning this Friday due to rain, strong winds and rough seas.
Debates more about character than policy
Candidates skirted around concrete policy without committing. In that respect, the debates would be a bore if it weren't for the opportunity to see the personality of each of the people vying for the Presidency.
"Contraplano": Strengths and weaknesses of the candidates for Belém
After the debates and before the election campaign, RTP challenged the presidential candidates to answer unlikely questions.
André Azevedo Alves analyses the five's venture in an election that only has room for two
With the debates finished, Christmas around the corner and the New Year approaching, we examine the polls to try to understand whether there is something for every taste or whether, in fact, they are essentially telling us that everything remains open for five of the eleven presidential candidates. To sketch the picture of what we can see today, Paulo Baldaia speaks with André Azevedo Alves, professor at the Institute of Political Studies of the Portuguese Catholic University.
6am: Seguro detested the debate between Marques Mendes and Almirante
The candidate backed by the PS says there was a lack of moral reference points, respect and hope. Also, Pope Leo XIV calls for 24 hours of peace in the world on Christmas Day.
Debates: Seguro attracted more support for the left than Marques Mendes did for the right; Jorge Pinto was the surprise
In the debates, Seguro gathered more backing for the left than Marques Mendes managed for the right. Jorge Pinto emerged as the surprise.
Presidential election: Most-watched debate was Ventura–Seguro; Mendes's clash with Gouveia e Melo ranked mid-table
The Ventura–Seguro debate drew a total of 1,520,000 viewers, followed by Ventura–Marques Mendes with 1,000,000 viewers — the only ones to surpass the million mark.
Winners, losers and the chameleon of the debate marathon
Mendes proved himself to be a studio animal. Ventura stayed true to himself. Seguro held his own. Cotrim was transformed, and it paid off. Gouveia e Melo and the left saw their decline deepen.
Who won the debate between Gouveia e Melo and Marques Mendes?
For half an hour, the two candidates spoke essentially about a single topic: the integrity of their opponent.
Five vying for two places
After the debates, there is still a five-way race for Belém
The 'facilitator' and 'the polls' desperation': Marques Mendes and Gouveia e Melo trade barbs
In tonight's debate on TVI, Henrique Gouveia e Melo and Luís Marques Mendes clashed over the admiral's doubts about the social-democratic rival's activities. 'That's the desperation of the polls,' Marques Mendes accused.
Presidential election: Gouveia e Melo and Marques Mendes vie for voters in the final debate
In the final debate ahead of the presidential election, candidates Gouveia e Melo and Marques Mendes competed to win over voters, emphasising their differences on key issues and appealing to the centre-right electorate.
Seguro won by showing how Filipe will have a bad night’s sleep on the 18th
Almost the entire debate focused on tactical voting, with Seguro arguing that, realistically, he is the only left‑wing candidate who can reach the second round. They also discussed income and Ukraine.
