Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsEulália Silva detained for murdering 8-year-old Lara in Valpaços. Case reveals how schools failed to trigger CPCJ intervention despite warning signs—what parents need to know.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's labor code defeated in Parliament. Learn what gridlock means for workers, Lisbon and Porto residents, and your job security in 2025.
Economy · PoliticsUS-Iran negotiations in Switzerland aim to prevent oil supply disruption through Strait of Ormuz. Learn how the outcome could affect Portugal fuel costs.
Environment · PoliticsFossil fuel lobbyists blocked climate science at UN Bonn talks, threatening Portugal's renewable goals. What it means for COP31 and climate policy.
Politics · National NewsNeo-Nazi group plotted attacks on Portugal officials, but PM learned via media, not police. Security protocol gaps exposed—what residents need to know.
Politics · National NewsPolitico blocks Russian FM Lavrov's op-ed as EU Council President Costa begins preliminary Russia contacts. What Portugal residents need to understand.
Politics · National NewsPortuguese won't become UN official language, says Foreign Minister. Annual translation costs in millions force Portugal to abandon 2030 goal and shift strategy.
Politics · EconomyPortugal fights to protect €1.63B in EU cohesion funds amid German-led push for budget cuts. The 2028-2034 framework could reshape infrastructure and regional development.
Economy · PoliticsNobel economist Abhijit Banerjee warns Portugal and Europe: undertaxing the wealthy fuels inequality. Why AI job losses make wealth taxation urgent for residents.