PoliticsPortugal’s Vaccine Admiral Eyes Presidency While Shunning Party Labels
Vice Admiral Gouveia e Melo rejects left-right tags, backing universal healthcare and sensible immigration ahead of Portugal's 2026 presidential vote.
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Politics · TransportationPortugal Minister Clears CP of Corruption but Admits Trains Need Replacing
Infrastructure minister rejects CP graft claims, highlights urgent fleet upgrade. Find out what this means for train passengers across Portugal.
PoliticsSeguro Draws a Red Line: No New Portuguese Government Without Full Transparency
Seguro will only appoint a PM who signs a transparency pact, bringing public dashboards for spending and contracts. See how it could affect you.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Keeps Tax Burden Below EU, Shifts Cost to Spending in 2024
Tax-to-GDP stays at 37.1%, yet VAT, fuel and alcohol duties spike. Discover how the 2024 rules impact pay, shopping and businesses.
Politics · National NewsFree Digital News for Teens Stalls; Portugal Plans Simpler Sign-Up
Parents: 15-18s can claim a free digital newspaper until 2027. Government promises easier sign-up and more titles—register by Dec 2025.
Immigration · Politics130,000 Residency Files Still Stuck as Portugal’s AIMA Turns Two
Facing Portugal AIMA delays? Nearly 130k residency and renewal files are still stuck. Learn the promised fixes and how your visa plans may shift
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Cuts Corporate Tax to 17% by 2028, Targeting Pay and Jobs
Lower corporate tax phases in from 2025; SMEs get relief first. See how the 17% rate could affect salaries, investment, and expat-run firms.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s TV Giants Feud Over 2026 Presidential Debates, Viewers Left in Limbo
CMTV accuses RTP, SIC and TVI of monopolising Portugal’s presidential debates. Regulators’ ruling could reshape 2026 election coverage—why it matters to voters.
National News · PoliticsEx-Judges, Former Benfica President on Trial in Portugal’s Supreme Court
Ex-judges and Benfica’s former president face corruption, fraud and money laundering charges in Portugal’s Supreme Court. Follow Operação Lex and its impact.