Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's parishes seek to double state funding to 0.6% by 2030, arguing they're the face of government in rural areas. This affects your local services.
National News · Politics37-year-old arrested 2 hours after stabbing partner in Leiria shopping center. Preventive detention granted. Portugal's domestic violence response explained for residents.
National News · PoliticsPortugal seized 41 tonnes of cocaine—worth €1.6B—signaling its role as Europe's drug gateway. Learn how this affects airport delays, safety, and arrests.
National News · PoliticsTwin earthquakes kill 36 Portuguese and lusodescendants in Venezuela. Portugal deploys rescue mission with 64 personnel and 23 tons of humanitarian aid to La Guaira.
National News · PoliticsPortugal deploys 64 rescuers to Venezuela after deadly earthquakes. 28 Portuguese nationals confirmed dead, 85 missing. EU solidarity response in action.
National News · PoliticsPortugal deploys 64 rescuers to Venezuela after 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Free calls and aid for Portuguese families. Latest updates on relief efforts.
National News · Politics28 Portuguese nationals dead in Venezuela earthquakes. Portugal deploys 64 rescuers with humanitarian aid. 50,000+ missing as international effort continues.
National News · PoliticsPortugal launches humanitarian mission with 64 rescue personnel to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes kill 28 Portuguese nationals. 85 more unaccounted for.
Immigration · Politics43 African healthcare workers couldn't attend Coimbra training due to Portugal's consular visa backlog. Systemic delays now threaten professional exchanges.