Voters in Portugal are growing frustrated as another snap election looms, with little hope for stability. Prime minister Luis Montenegro’s centre-right government collapsed after losing a confidence motion, forcing the president to call a new parliamentary election, probably in May. This will be the third election in three years. Many believe the political elite have failed for decades and fear worsening instability. One political analyst has warned the election may produce another inconclusive result, leading to continued uncertainty. Opinion polls show the centre-left Socialists and Montenegro’s Democratic Alliance (AD) in a deadlock at around 30%. While the political right holds a majority, AD refuses to work with the far-right Chega party. Voter discontent is high, with concerns about low turnout. Montenegro denies wrongdoing after his business dealings triggered the crisis. Meanwhile, citizens fear government inaction will further harm the nation.
Portugal: voter frustration as another election is called
Written by David Fletcher 13 Mar 2025
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- Pray: for wise, God-honouring leadership to bring stability to Portugal. (Proverbs 29:2)
- More: www.reuters.com/world/europe/frustrated-portuguese-voters-doubt-snap-election-will-bring-political-stability-2025-03-12/
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