The Portuguese Business Association (AEP) criticized the 2027 State Budget proposal, arguing that the planned reduction in the tax burden is too small and that measures to support corporate scaling and investment are not ambitious enough. The proposal, which forecasts 2.1% economic growth for 2027, is scheduled for a general vote on October 27-28, with a final global vote on November 24.
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The proposed 2027 state budget allocates 17.858 billion euros to the health sector, representing a 1.5% decrease or a cut of 267.5 million euros compared to 2026.
Both business associations and the CGTP union have criticized the government's proposed State Budget. Employers argue the plan lacks ambition and measures to promote competitiveness, while the union claims it fails to address the country's core social and economic problems.
The number of passengers arriving at Azores airports fell for the ninth consecutive month in September, with a 5.6% decrease compared to September 2025. Between January and September 2026, total arrivals in the region fell by 7.1%, with the largest declines seen in flights from mainland Portugal and Madeira (-12.4%) and international flights (-7%).