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José Luís Carneiro's 'Responsible Opposition': The PS Bets on Reform and Convergence Without Rocking the Boat

José Luís Carneiro's 'Responsible Opposition': The PS Bets on Reform and Convergence Without Rocking the Boat

At the close of the Socialist Party's 25th Congress on Saturday, newly elected leader José Luís Carneiro outlined a vision for his tenure that attempts to square a difficult circle: be a credible opposition force without destabilizing the PSD-led...

The Portugal Brief 30 Mar 2026

Nova Business School Split Looms as Rector's Decree Sparks Institutional Crisis at Universidade Nova de Lisboa

Nova Business School Split Looms as Rector's Decree Sparks Institutional Crisis at Universidade Nova de Lisboa

A dispute over governance and autonomy at Universidade Nova de Lisboa has escalated into a full-blown institutional crisis, with faculty and administrators at Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE)—one of Europe's most prestigious business...

The Portugal Brief 29 Mar 2026

Socialist Party Proposes Full Capital Gains Tax Exemption for Primary Residence Sales—But Only for Residents

Socialist Party Proposes Full Capital Gains Tax Exemption for Primary Residence Sales—But Only for Residents

José Luís Carneiro, secretary-general of Portugal's Socialist Party (PS), used his closing speech at the party's 25th national congress on Sunday to propose a sweeping change to capital gains tax policy: full exemption on profits from the sale of a...

The Portugal Brief 29 Mar 2026

Delta Airlines Launches Direct Porto–New York Route as War Diverts Tourist Flows to Portugal

Delta Airlines Launches Direct Porto–New York Route as War Diverts Tourist Flows to Portugal

Starting May 22, Delta Air Lines will operate daily direct flights between Porto and New York's JFK Airport—a route Porto tourism officials are calling "probably the most desired of all." The launch comes as Portugal positions itself to capture...

The Portugal Brief 29 Mar 2026

Socialist Party Congress: Carneiro Threatens 'Tempests' If Ignored on Constitutional Court

Socialist Party Congress: Carneiro Threatens 'Tempests' If Ignored on Constitutional Court

José Luís Carneiro used the PS's 25th Congress this weekend to draw a red line under his party's tolerance for the center-right government. Speaking in pointed language, Portugal's Socialist leader warned that sidelining the PS in Constitutional...

The Portugal Brief 29 Mar 2026

Portugal's Fuel Price Crisis: Why the Iran War Hits Harder Here Than in Spain

Portugal's Fuel Price Crisis: Why the Iran War Hits Harder Here Than in Spain

Since the Iran conflict erupted a month ago, Portuguese drivers have watched fuel prices soar by amounts that dwarf increases across the border. While diesel jumped 33 cents per liter in Portugal, neighboring Spain saw increases under 10 cents. The...

The Portugal Brief 29 Mar 2026

Portuguese Housing Valuations Hit €2,122 Per Square Metre — Another Record

Portuguese Housing Valuations Hit €2,122 Per Square Metre — Another Record

Bank appraisals for home loans reached a new all-time high in February 2026, with apartments climbing 21.9% year-on-year. Here's what it means for buyers, sellers, and the rental crisis.

The Portugal Brief 28 Mar 2026

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