Portuguese PM’s party set to win general election, fall short of majority

Portugal’s upcoming parliamentary election is marked by high voter interest due to its focus on housing and immigration issues, with Prime Minister Luis Montenegro’s Democratic Alliance (DA) gaining significant support but failing to secure a majority. Despite holding slight edge over opposition parties like Chega and the Socialist Party, neither can form an absolute majority, raising concerns about political instability as potential minority governments or alliances with smaller parties emerge. Experts predict ongoing frustration with governance may push new entrants into politics, complicating Portugal’s path toward EU-wide stability amid an uncertain election outcome.