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Far right surges in Portugal as moderate conservatives win election

Last updated: May 18, 2025 8:22 pm
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The rise of the far-right Chega party in Portugal has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. In a stunning turn of events, Chega has emerged as a powerful force, challenging the traditional two-party system and making significant gains in the recent parliamentary election.

Led by populist leader André Ventura, Chega has tapped into anti-immigrant sentiment to secure a record share of the vote. Ventura’s party is now tied with the Socialist party for the number of elected lawmakers, signaling a major shift in Portuguese politics.

Despite Chega’s surge, Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, leader of the governing centre-right Democratic Alliance (AD), has refused to form any alliances with the far-right party. This means that Montenegro is likely to form another minority government, as his party fell short of a parliamentary majority once again.

Ventura’s rhetoric during the campaign, in which he criticized illegal immigration and corruption in Portugal, resonated with many voters. His party’s share of the vote increased significantly from the last election, solidifying Chega’s position as a major player in Portuguese politics.

The rise of Chega has been fueled by public unease over immigration, with the foreign-born population in Portugal rising to 15% in recent years. In response, Montenegro’s government has implemented stricter immigration policies, aiming to address concerns raised by Chega and its supporters.

The unexpected success of Chega has raised concerns among political analysts and observers. Marina Costa Lobo, director of Lisbon’s Institute of Social Sciences, noted that Chega has managed to attract voters from both the centre-right and traditionally left-leaning areas. This broad appeal has allowed the far-right party to make significant inroads in Portuguese politics.

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As the dust settles on the election results, the future of Portuguese politics remains uncertain. Will Chega continue to grow in influence, or will traditional parties find a way to counter its rise? Only time will tell how this seismic shift in Portugal’s political landscape will play out.

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