Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Immigration · PoliticsSpain and Morocco prevent new mass crossing at Ceuta after 72,000 entered in July. 5,000 remain as EU debates border policy. Latest updates on humanitarian crisis.
National News · PoliticsThree Brazilian nationals arrested at Lisbon Airport for premeditated murder-robbery in Porto. Police intercept suspects before flight to Brazil with stolen cash.
Economy · PoliticsPortuguese businesses gain priority access to Cape Verde's €378M infrastructure pipeline. New credit line opens doors to energy, telecoms, and port projects.
National News · PoliticsPortugal's new digital exam system collapsed with grading errors affecting 290,000 students. Emergency retakes announced for September. Here's what you need to know.
Politics · TransportationPortugal approves nationwide free public transport for war veterans, removing 32km limits. Surviving spouses included. Implementation pending 2027 budget.
National News · Politics12,600 Portuguese students face 2026 exam grading crisis. Get details on corrections, second-phase exams, and September makeup options for university admission.
Tech · PoliticsEU extends controversial Chat Control scanning law until 2028. Your encrypted messages stay protected—for now. Learn what changes are coming and how it affects Portuguese residents.
National News · PoliticsVenezuela's twin earthquakes killed 5,278 including 121 Portuguese nationals. Learn about Portugal's aid, housing recovery, and what it means for diaspora communities.
National News · PoliticsOver 20 arrests in Portugal in separate police operations involving drug trafficking, illegal weapons, and violent crimes. Updates on enforcement activity across the country.