The Latest Breaking News from Luís Montenegro

OE2027: youth housing guarantee stays, defence hits 2.15% of GDP, €1m for AI

The government on Thursday submitted to parliament the 2027 state budget, projecting 2% growth and a surplus of 0.1–0.2% of GDP. Approval is assured, as the PS will abstain in the key vote.

Euronews · 10h ago

With Pedro Sánchez at the helm, Spain’s socialist stronghold is cracking

Good morning. It’s Tuesday, and my name is Angela Skujins. On today’s docket: election tremors in Spain, combating sexualised deepfakes, and how Brussels bigwigs plan to thwart the bloc’s ‘Trojan horses’.

Euronews · Oct 6

Portuguese prime minister outlines plan to tackle rising living costs without changing VAT

Luís Montenegro says the current situation could drag on for some time. But, unlike other European countries, he will not lower the consumption tax.

Euronews · Sep 18

Cybercriminals target Portuguese citizens with fake confidentiality agreements in PM’s name

The statement was circulated to editorial offices late on Monday night, reaching newsrooms shortly before midnight, according to the organisation.

Euronews · Jun 23

General strike: CGTP hails strong turnout, government says most 'decided to go to work'

During the night shift there was a near-total walkout in public hospitals. Many schools closed, flights were cancelled and scuffles outside Parliament led to five arrests.

Euronews · Jun 3

'It felt like the world was ending': One year after the Iberian blackout, is Portugal more cautious?

Portugal has proposed sweeping reforms following last year’s blackout, ranging from 72-hour power autonomy for key services to an independent alert system and an overhaul of SIRESP. Meanwhile, Euronews spoke to ordinary Portuguese about their country being swept up by darkness.

Euronews · Apr 28

Portuguese government announces more fuel discounts and housing tax incentives

After this morning’s cabinet meeting, Portugal’s prime minister addressed the nation to unveil exceptional fuel subsidies linked to the war in the Middle East, and housing measures too. A VAT cut was ruled out.

Euronews · Mar 27

Portugal urged to adapt to climate emergency after series of deadly storms

Continuing extreme weather has caused deaths of 16 people, evacuation of thousands and destruction of homes

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12

Portugal floods force 3,000 evacuations as motorway collapses and interior minister resigns

The latest flooding follows successive storms since late January that have battered central and southern Portugal

The Independent UK · Feb 12

Portugal's interior minister resigns following criticism of flood management

Maria Lucia Amaral "felt that she did not have the personal and political conditions necessary to carry out her duties," a presidency statement late on Tuesday said.

Euronews · Feb 11