Data from the National Statistics Institute (INE) shows that while tourism revenue increased in all regions of Portugal in August, the Greater Lisbon area was the only region to record a decline.
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Prime Minister Luís Montenegro praised the Socialist Party (PS) for their indication of potential abstention on the 2027 State Budget, viewing it as a move toward political stability. He emphasized that while he maintains dialogue with all parties, he considers the PS currently more open to reaching agreements than others.
The Secretary-General of the PS, José Luís Carneiro, announced he will propose that the party abstain during the upcoming vote on the 2027 State Budget, following guarantees provided by Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. If approved by the party's governing bodies, this abstention effectively ensures the budget's passage in Parliament.
The government has announced 12 million euros in financial support for Douro winegrowers who leave their grapes unharvested. The application window for this support is open from September 28, 2026, until October 12, 2026.