The President of the Republic has urged tourism industry representatives to prioritize wage improvements, arguing that sustainable competitiveness in the sector is impossible without valuing professionals.
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The Minister of the Economy stated that Portugal does not have excessive tourism, though acknowledging it may occur in specific areas and periods. He argued that increasing the sector's value—rather than just the number of overnight stays—is essential to improving low wages in the industry, and noted that the final vote on the 2027 State Budget is scheduled for 24 November.
The Socialist Party (PS) intends to propose legislation aimed at preventing the government from increasing its revenue through the fuel sector, specifically citing concerns over carbon taxes. The proposal is part of a broader push to increase fiscal responsibility, which would also target tobacco, gambling, and real estate funds that affect affordable housing.
The government has agreed to accelerate the negotiation timeline for several public sector issues: travel expense allowances (ajudas de custo) will now be reviewed starting in January 2027, and general career revisions will begin in December 2026. While no specific proposals have been presented, the government did not rule out additional salary increases beyond the existing multi-year agreement.