Portugal’s Political Shift in Upcoming Elections

Portugal recently elected a centre-left socialist president with a significant victory, but his far-right rival achieved a record share of the vote, indicating a potential shift to the right in the country’s political landscape. This election has been viewed as a wake-up call for Portugal, which has historically been stable politically. Despite the largely ceremonial role of the president, this outcome raises questions about the country’s future direction and its impact on the broader European political landscape. The event was discussed by experts Miguel Poiares Maduro, Karel Lannoo, and Rui Gomes da Silva on a news program.

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