Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · PoliticsEU court allows Portugal's competition authority to seize work emails without prior warrant in cartel investigations. Here's what businesses and workers need to know.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal missed EU deadlines for hazardous goods transport and electronics safety rules. Learn about potential daily fines and compliance steps businesses must take now.
Politics · National NewsPM Montenegro defends risk-taking amid digital exam grading delays that pushed results to July 17. How his philosophy affects students and researchers in Portugal.
National News · PoliticsGNR dismantles drug network in Beja and Castro Verde, arrests 11 in 18-month investigation. Third major Alentejo operation in weeks signals trafficking surge.
National News · Politics37 detained across Portugal in multi-region drug, theft, and environmental crime crackdown. Operations in Barreiro, Alentejo, Castelo Branco. What it means for residents.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's Bloco de Esquerda implodes as 60 members including founding figures abandon the party over leadership autocracy and loss of political autonomy.
National News · PoliticsLisbon appeals court upholds 25-year sentence for Fernando Silva's barbershop massacre. Defense cites schizophrenia, but courts rule mental illness no excuse.
Politics · National NewsConstitutional Court voids PAN leader Inês de Sousa Real's election due to statute violations. Party's leadership now lacks legitimacy. What residents need to know.
Politics · National NewsPortugal backs new 35-nation EU military coalition to support Ukraine and counter Russia. What this defense pact means for European security in 2026.