Portuguese Government Collapses After Losing Confidence Vote
Prime Minister Montenegro's minority government falls amid allegations of a conflict of interest, with new elections likely in May.
- The Portuguese Parliament decisively rejected Prime Minister Luís Montenegro's confidence vote, leading to the collapse of his conservative minority government after just 11 months in office.
- Montenegro faced accusations of benefiting a family-owned firm, Spinumviva, through government contracts, which he denies, claiming the company is now solely owned by his children.
- This marks the third anticipated parliamentary election in Portugal since 2022, with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa expected to dissolve Parliament and call for elections on May 11 or 18.
- The political crisis comes despite Portugal's strong economic performance, including low unemployment and steady growth, under strict fiscal discipline.
- Montenegro plans to run again, hoping his Democratic Alliance coalition can secure a stronger mandate, as recent polls show potential for improved results.
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