The previous Prime Minister Luis Montenegro of the Christian Democrats was able to increase his share of the vote. However, there are no allies to the left or right of his party to get him re-elected. And the right-wing radicals of Chega could take a liking to the opposition.
By Table.Briefings
On Monday, a power cut led to broken-down trains, a collapsed mobile phone network and traffic chaos on the Iberian Peninsula. The cause is not yet clear, but could have something to do with a weather phenomenon.
By Marion Bergermann
During a visit by his Portuguese counterpart Rangel, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for closer ties between the EU and China.
By Emily Kossak
Parliament has withdrawn its confidence in Portugal's Prime Minister Montenegro. New elections could be held as early as May.
By Redaktion Table
Portugal's Prime Minister Montenegro will face a vote of confidence on Tuesday. It will probably lead to the fall of the government. The opposition accuses him of a conflict of interest due to a company he founded in 2021.
By Table.Briefings
The project, which will cost a total of two billion euros, is expected to create 1,800 jobs and could use lithium from Portuguese deposits. Economics Minister Reis described the commitment as a "victory for Portugal."
By Emily Kossak
The Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs confirmed the Commissioner-designate for Financial Markets Maria Luís Albuquerque (EPP). During the hearing, the Portuguese Commissioner emphasized the importance of banking stability, a more integrated capital market, and a simpler framework for sustainable finance.
By Table.Briefings
Portugal's Costa is considered the favorite for the office of EU Council President. However, investigations by the public prosecutor's office, which led to his resignation as head of government at the end of November, could stand in his way – even if they are increasingly proving to be the result of speculation.
By Table.Briefings
Because the climate crisis is global, the states' duty to protect the climate must also extend beyond their own populations. However, the ECtHR did not follow this argument. In doing so, it missed a great opportunity to formulate standards for greater climate justice within Europe.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Next Tuesday, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will announce its verdict on three climate lawsuits. The plaintiffs aim to force EU member states to raise their climate goals.
By Claire Stam
