Portugal Politics refers to the political system, governance, and political dynamics within Portugal, a Southeastern European country located on the Iberian Peninsula. It encompasses the organization and function of its government, political parties, electoral processes, policy-making, and public administration. The Portuguese political system is characterized by a parliamentary democracy, where the Prime Minister is the head of government and the President serves as the head of state. The political landscape includes various parties, primarily the Socialist Party, Social Democratic Party, and others, which represent a range of ideologies from the left to the right. Key issues in Portuguese politics often revolve around economic policies, social welfare, education, healthcare, and responses to European Union directives. Political discourse in Portugal is influenced by both historical contexts and contemporary challenges, including economic crises and migration. The interactions among national, regional, and local governments, as well as civil society, shape the political scene in Portugal and its approach to both domestic and international matters.
Portugal is heading for snap elections on May 18 following the fall of Prime Minister Luís Montenegro's government over a corporate scandal. This marks the third early election in three…