Portugal’s Presidential Election and the Failure of the Centre-Right
By Miguel Nunes Silva In Brussels Report *** In Portugal, the insurgent right-wing party CHEGA! (CH | PfE) has secured another upset in its struggle against the establishment. On 18 January, its leader, André Ventura (picture), advanced to the second round of the presidential election. The Portuguese traditionally elect their presidents in a single round, and the winner is […]
Portuguese Left in Freefall After Chega’s Electoral Surge
By Miguel Nunes Silva In The European Conservative *** Following last month’s national election which resulted in populist-right Chega surpassing the Socialist Party to become the second-largest political force in the country, Portugal’s Left has entered a spiral of despair and upheaval. Socialist Ana Gomes, a former MEP, has declared she is in the process of “preparing […]
Migrant chaos in Portuguese cities behind nationalist party growth
The nationalist party Chega grew significantly in the Portuguese elections on May 18th, and even if they did not become the largest party, the strength of the movement has forever changed Portuguese politics, says Miguel Nunez Silva, director of the Trezeno Institute.
Portuguese PM Scores Own Goal in No-Confidence Saga
By Miguel Nunes Silva In The European Conservative *** In a 142-88 vote with no abstentions, opposition lawmakers ousted the Portuguese administration after only 11 months in office. After Portugal’s third largest party CHEGA! and the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) both presented votes of no confidence against the ‘centre-right’ government of PM Luís Montenegro in the past […]
Centre-right government in Portugal – Nationalist Chega grows unabated
Portugal’s center-right Democratic Alliance (AD) won the 2024 legislative election, forming a minority government under Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. The far-right Chega gained influence, complicating governance. To avoid political instability, the 2025 state budget passed with the Socialist Party (PS) abstaining. Key policies include tax incentives for young workers to prevent emigration and a corporate […]
Crime and drug-addled Ecuador holds election over its future
Ecuador’s 2025 elections face significant challenges, including rising crime linked to drug gangs, political instability, and economic struggles. The presidential race is set for a runoff on April 13, 2025, between incumbent President Daniel Noboa (center-right) and Luisa González (left-wing). Both candidates have distinct visions for the country’s future, with Noboa focusing on combating crime […]
