Police and the European Public Prosecutor's Office have arrested 63 people—40 in Portugal—as part of a multi-country operation against a tax fraud scheme involving 410 million euros in evaded taxes. Authorities have seized luxury vehicles (including Ferraris, Porsches, and Lamborghinis), yachts, mansions, and blocked bank accounts linked to companies in the Aveiro district.
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The environmental association Zero has criticized the 2027 State Budget proposal, arguing that it prioritizes tax cuts over ecological transition and climate change prevention. The group claims the budget lacks specific investments in waste management, water resource monitoring, and a clear roadmap for ending fossil fuel subsidies by 2030, while noting that a large portion of 'green' funds are allocated to repairing storm damage rather than proactive prevention.
After consistent growth since 2022 and a record 1.25 billion euros paid in 2026, the dividends the state-owned bank CGD is projected to pay the Portuguese State are expected to decrease to 842 million euros in 2027.
The government's proposal for the 2027 State Budget (OE2027) has drawn criticism from both employer associations and unions. Business groups such as AEP and CIP argue that the measures are insufficient to address productivity and competitiveness, while the CGTP union claims the budget promotes social regression and inequality.