Latest news and stories about political alliance in Portugal for expats and residents.
André Ventura said he was not surprised by the centre-right's support for António José Seguro, including that of Marques Mendes.
Literal translation: 'Among allies' — refers to relations, discussions or events taking place between allied parties or countries.
Bruno Nunes, of Chega, comments on Luís Montenegro's decision not to show support for either candidate who have reached the presidential run-off.
The total of votes on the left is not enough to win the second round — unless Henrique Gouveia e Melo sides with António José Seguro, who must win votes from the centre and the democratic right. Ventura came second, having almost tripled his 2021 vote. How far could he go?
The total number of left‑wing votes is not enough to win the second round — unless Henrique Gouveia e Melo sides with António José Seguro, who must win votes from the centre and the democratic right.
Cotrim wrote a letter to Montenegro asking for the PSD's support.
The AD candidate believes he could benefit from a liberal's support for Ventura
He never thought he'd be a candidate for Belém, but he accepted his comrades' challenge. He recognises the difficulties but maintains his objective: to persevere. He does not hide how much he misses Belenenses and his friendship with Seguro.
“From the moment the Iniciativa Liberal candidacy, in a deeply regrettable contradiction, decided to associate with Chega, many people who are moderate were understandably disappointed,” says presidential candidate Luís Marques Mendes.
Presidential candidate André Ventura said today he sees as 'natural' a possible support from Cotrim de Figueiredo in a second round against Seguro, but criticised the liberal, describing him as a Bloco supporter 'in a suit and tie'.
The presidential candidate backed by Livre accused the liberal of abandoning his principles out of political calculation.
Ventura makes use of Chega's record of collaboration with the Government to seek the PSD's vote if the second round is between him and Seguro. Column by Ana Sá Lopes
In the run-up to the presidential election, Carneiro urges the Socialist Party (PS) to formally back Seguro, as Isabel Moreira is reported to be aligned with Catarina Martins.
In Lisbon, the political party Chega has enabled the approval of a tax refund for citizens, while the Socialist Party (PS) chose to abstain from the vote. However, PS has formed an alliance with the Left Bloc (BE) regarding the public transport company Carris.
