All the latest news from The Portugal Post — politics, economy, culture and more.
Economy · EnvironmentPortugal’s farmland offers 5–7% annual returns, ESG benefits and generous tax breaks, attracting billions from global investors to olive and almond estates.
Politics · National NewsPortugal joins EU partners in rejecting a U.S.-drafted Ukraine deal, demanding binding security guarantees, full sovereignty and financing from frozen Russian assets. Learn the stakes.
Politics · TransportationLisbon and Porto mayors urge Portugal’s government to convene a summit and unlock funding for high-speed rail, metro projects and affordable housing by 2025.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s Supreme Court voids wiretaps involving ex-PM António Costa, forcing prosecutors to rebuild ‘Operation Influencer’. President Marcelo urges tighter surveillance rules.
Environment · EconomyPortugal’s E-LAR energy-voucher scheme sold out in six days. Learn about installation costs, eligibility rules and how to secure yours in December’s second round.
Environment · PoliticsDiscover what the EU’s COP30 deal means: more climate funds for Portugal, faster offshore wind, lower energy bills, and a clear path to phase out fossil fuels.
Culture · Other NewsPortugal quietly approves its Eurovision 2026 participation as EBU voting reforms and the Israel ceasefire ease political tensions after months of boycott rumours.
Environment · National NewsFour small earthquakes rattled Terceira in the Azores, raising Santa Bárbara volcano to V3 alert; get safety tips and travel updates for residents and visitors.
Immigration · National NewsGerman court lifts travel ban on Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brückner, opening door to his return to Portugal’s Algarve. See how police plan to monitor him.