Portugal Court Convicts Officer in Fatal Shooting; €4.3M Taser Program Unveiled
Officer convicted in Portugal fatal shooting. €4.3M government investment in 1,500 police tasers. What this means for accountability and resident safety.
Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Officer convicted in Portugal fatal shooting. €4.3M government investment in 1,500 police tasers. What this means for accountability and resident safety.
Portugal commits to 5% defense spending by 2035 as NATO prioritizes Arctic security. How the strategic shift affects military modernization and budget priorities.
Portugal approves €130.4 million military aid to Ukraine in 2026. Defense spending exemptions mean no new taxes for residents. Industrial opportunities for Portuguese firms.
Man arrested for Rio Maior sexual assault; child brought to armed robbery in Seixal. Crime trends and safety tips for Portugal residents.
Russian missiles destroy 11th-century Dormition Cathedral at UNESCO Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. Von der Leyen condemns attack as G7 leaders meet in France.
Portugal's government targets fuel fraud with new VAT deposit rules. Expect pump prices to normalize and legitimate businesses to get fair competition by autumn 2026.
US-Iran agreement reopens Strait of Hormuz, cuts oil prices, and benefits Portuguese businesses and residents with cheaper fuel and restored trade routes.
Portugal votes Friday on controversial labor reforms affecting dismissals, parental leave, and job security. What expats and workers should expect.
Portugal Bar Association launches €2.5M legal clinics for migrants, plus immigration courts. What expats need to know about faster residency.