Economy · PoliticsEU-Mercosur Deal Delivers Duty-Free Access for Portuguese Exports
EU-Mercosur deal removes tariffs on 90% of goods, granting duty-free access for Portuguese wine, olive oil and tech via Sines, but bringing new farm competition.
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Politics · EconomyPortugal’s Arctic Hesitation May Shift Trade and Raise Defence Costs
Portugal’s debate over sending troops to Greenland could reroute shipping lanes, push up defence spending and redefine the country’s role within NATO.
Politics · National NewsFrom Sympathy to the Ballot: Seguro’s Urgent Call to Portugal’s Voters
In Portugal’s presidential race, António Seguro tells undecided voters sympathy isn’t enough—only a ballot counts. See how turnout could tip tonight’s result.
Politics · National NewsHousing, Healthcare, Wages Dominate Portugal's 11-Candidate Presidential Race
Portugal chooses its next president from a record 11 candidates. Housing costs, long healthcare waits and low wages dominate the campaign, making a runoff likely.
Economy · PoliticsEU–Mercosur Free-Trade Pact Opens South-American Market to Portuguese Exporters
Learn how the EU–Mercosur free-trade accord scraps tariffs on 91 % of Portuguese exports, compliance steps agri-food and tech firms face, and when savings start.
Politics · TourismLisbon’s Take-Away Alcohol Curfew Promises Quiet but Hits Hotels
Lisbon will ban take-away alcohol sales after 23:00 mid-February to reduce street noise. Residents welcome calmer nights, but hotels fear minibar revenue hits.
National News · PoliticsPortugal’s Supreme Court Rejects Habeas Corpus for GNR Officer in Felgueiras Siege
Portugal’s Supreme Court rejects GNR officer António Ribeiro’s habeas corpus after a 16-hour Felgueiras standoff, confirming a 13-year sentence, setting precedent.
Politics · National NewsAhead of Portugal’s Vote, Ventura Clashes With Naval Chief Over ‘Order’ Pledge
As Portugal heads into a crucial election, Chega’s André Ventura clashes with Admiral Gouveia e Melo over ‘order’, hinting at security reforms on 18 Jan—follow the clash.
Politics · National NewsGouveia e Melo’s 2026 Presidential Bid: Fixing Portugal’s Courts, Housing and Red Tape
Former Admiral Henrique Gouveia e Melo vows to unclog Portugal’s courts, tame soaring rents and slash red tape in the 2026 presidential race. Read the plan.