AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCost of Living: Thousands are expected at CGTP-led protests in Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra, demanding higher wages and better public services as housing, fuel and grocery costs rise. President António José Seguro says poverty and the housing crisis are limiting people’s choices and opportunities. Housing Emergency: Loulé Council is calling for exceptional powers to speed up homebuilding, warning that rents and prices have pushed workers into overcrowded, makeshift accommodation. Political Tensions: Prime Minister Luís Montenegro condemned threats against his home and family made during a housing protest, while defending the right to demonstrate. Clean Energy: Siemens and Galp are teaming up to digitally optimise a 100-megawatt renewable hydrogen plant in Sines, due to start operating by the end of 2026. TAP Deal: Portugal has chosen Lufthansa to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal, with further privatisation possible by 2028. Sport: Iúri Leitão won the men’s Omnium at the Track World Championships.
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