Portugal is to hold an early election in May after minority government’s fall

Portugal will hold an early general election on May 18 following the collapse of the center-right government after a confidence vote loss, prompting President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa to dissolve parliament. The country’s political instability, fueled by minority governments struggling to maintain power, coincides with significant EU development fund investments and rising populist party support. The outgoing Prime Minister faces controversy over potential conflicts of interest in his family law firm’s business dealings, setting the stage for a contentious election with economic growth and job rates as key factors.

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