Latest news and stories about government policy in history in Portugal for expats and residents.
The President of the Republic and the president of the 25th of April Association made appeals for an end to wars. The controversy over the 25th of April Museum was left for the table conversation, which was also attended by Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
The ongoing housing crisis is driven by reduced supply and unregulated immigration. Addressing it effectively requires reasoned political action rather than extremist approaches that threaten democratic institutions.
CNN Portugal commentator Mafalda Anjos analyzes Pedro Passos Coelho's positioning as a unifier for the Portuguese right, amid rising discussions about his potential return to party politics and the strategic challenges facing PSD leader Luís Montenegro.
Jorge Bravo, coordinator of the Social Security reform working group, advocates for an individual accounts system, arguing it ensures rights while addressing systemic issues of justice and equity.
An analytical look at the interventionist economic policies of the Sócrates administration in 2008, specifically focusing on the energy sector and the influence of Manuel Pinho.
An editorial by Pedro Candeias analyzing Portugal's demographic crisis, highlighting the gap between the current fertility rate and the 2.1 children per woman required for generational renewal.
The Portuguese government's proposed labour package faces significant criticism for its lack of dialogue with independent unions and the digital sector, with concerns that it threatens social cohesion, increases job insecurity, and risks proletarianising the middle class.
As the Portuguese Constitution marks its 50th anniversary, the document faces renewed scrutiny regarding potential revisions, balancing its historical identity against the pressures of modern political adaptation and institutional change.
Manuel Carvalho da Silva analyzes the stalled Labour Code reform, highlighting the political gridlock and the failure to address structural issues like the public-private sector disparity, despite ongoing negotiations.
The return of former Prime Minister Passos Coelho to the political scene has generated significant excitement. Coelho has openly criticized his successor, Luís Montenegro, for failing to form a legislative agreement with Chega and IL, despite having a parliamentary majority. He suggests that an alliance with Chega could benefit the PSD, despite the party's historical stance against racist rhetoric. Coelho also questions Montenegro's commitment to reforms, highlighting his own past austerity measures that cut pensions and social support. His shifting positions raise concerns about his integrity and the authenticity of his reformist agenda.
The Labour Package represents a regression to 19th-century laws, raising concerns about its implications for modern policy and rights.
The EU has responded firmly to President Trump’s announcement of tariffs on several European countries over the Greenland dispute, expressing solidarity with Denmark and warning of a “dangerous spiral” that could damage transatlantic relations and even lead to suspension of parts of the trade agreement with the US. France, Sweden and the UK have rejected intimidation and pledged a coordinated European response, while the President of the European Council is coordinating a joint position and EU leaders have convened an emergency meeting to weigh diplomatic, economic and political options.
António Costa says this is a historic agreement between the European Union and Mercosur and rejected criticism that it favours Europe. According to the President of the European Council, it is a trade agreement but also one on investment.
Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel reiterated today that the AD government will never support historical reparations for former Portuguese colonies, emphasizing that it prefers to focus on reconciliation instead.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs states that, despite this position, they condemn historical slavery
Forty years ago, Portugal joined the European Economic Community (EEC). Much has changed since then. Ambassador João Vale de Almeida, curator of the conference '40 years of European Portugal. What comes next?', organised by the Fundação Francisco Manuel dos Santos, assesses this European union.
This Saturday marks Army Day. The President of the Republic pays tribute to “all the soldiers who, with their bravery and commitment, helped to build Portugal.”
Social media posts suggest that Portugal has “begun” alleged “reparations” to its former colonies. The government denies this: “The information is false. There has been no agreement, commitment, or negotiation.”
The lieutenant general and SEDES member recalls the history of the relationship between Portugal and the USA and underscores the strategic importance of Lajes.
Seguro believes that the Basic Law 'is an example of the capacity of Portuguese democracy to build lasting understandings'.
The political success of the 'Costini & Centini' years helped keep the country stagnant for a decade, and demonised the efforts made during the troika years. Opinion by João Miguel Tavares
Marco Rubio commends Portuguese efforts against drug trafficking-related terrorism and addresses concerns regarding the Lajes air base in the Azores.
Discussion on whether formal apologies are sufficient to address historical grievances and systemic reparations.
A reflection on the enduring cultural and emotional connection to Portugal over a millennium.
The leaders' conference scheduled the inauguration of the parliamentary inquiry commissions and also set the commemorative session for November 25th and the 50th anniversary of the first local elections for December 11th.
When we talk about reparations, we must never forget their price and what the reparationists want above all else: money.
After April 25th and June 10th, the President of the Republic now makes his debut at another landmark moment for presidential speeches, the commemorative ceremony of the proclamation of the Republic.
Based on a vague statement by the Ghanaian Minister of Foreign Affairs, João Pedro Marques sparked panic in his opinion column, and the Chega party took the opportunity to disseminate it across social media. Opinion piece by João Moreira da Silva
Five decades after the start of regional autonomy, Bazenga Marques believes that the main achievements remain, but notes that they always require a 'firm stance' towards the Republic.
