Portugal's new minority centre-right government takes power
- A minority centre-right government officially began its term in Portugal on June 18 after Parliament rejected a motion from the Communist Party against its program.
- The government plans to cut taxes for the middle class and companies while maintaining budget surpluses.
- The Communist Party opposed the government, accusing it of working 'against the interests of workers.'
- Chega leader Andre Ventura stated he would not obstruct the government and would take seriously the work of leading this opposition.
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Portugal's New Government Navigates Political Challenges
Portugal's minority centre-right government has assumed power after overcoming an opposition motion in parliament. Despite lacking a parliamentary majority, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro's Democratic Alliance coalition seeks to maintain stability, cut taxes, and engage with the opposition. The government's first critical test will be the 2026 budget passage.
Portugal's new minority centre-right government takes power
A minority centre-right government formally took power in Portugal on Wednesday after parliament threw out a motion by the small opposition Communist Party calling for rejection of the new administration's programme.
Portugal's New Minority Centre-Right Government Takes Power
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