Portuguese voters are participating in a crucial election today to select a new parliament, which has been called two years earlier than scheduled. Live images from polling stations in Lisbon show voters casting their ballots as polls opened at the start of the voting period. This election follows a significant corruption investigation that resulted in the downfall of Prime Minister António Costa's administration.
Among the key candidates vying for leadership are Pedro Nuno Santos, the secretary general of the Socialist Party, who aims to build upon Portugal's existing center-left socialist policies. Luiz Montenegro, the president of the center-right Social Democratic Party, is leading a broad conservative alliance. Additionally, André Ventura from Portugal's radical right-wing Chega party is also in the running.
This election holds particular significance as Portugal approaches the 50th anniversary of the end of a fascist dictatorship. The outcome of this election will shape the country's political landscape and determine the direction of governance for the foreseeable future.
