"Centre-left socialist president is elected, but far-right rival secures record share of the vote. After decades of being largely immune to political upheaval, Portugal is witnessing what many consider an accelerated shift to the right. This week's presidential election is seen as a wake-up call. It brought to power a centre-left politician with a big win. But the strong showing of his rival, the far-right candidate, signals that Portugal could be on a path to joining other European countries in a political move to the right."
"The president of this European country is largely a figurehead, but he still wields considerable power. So, how will this vote shape Portugal's political future? And how has it been watched across Europe? Presenter: James Bays Guests: Miguel Poiares Maduro Director of the School of Transnational Governance at the European University Institute Karel Lannoo CEO of the Centre for European Policy Studies Rui Gomes da Silva Lawyer and former Portuguese parliamentary affairs minister"
Portugal's presidential election returned a centre-left socialist to the presidency while the far-right opponent achieved a record share of the vote. Decades of relative immunity to political upheaval appear to be giving way to a faster rightward movement in the electorate. The result combined a decisive win for a centre-left candidate with an unusually strong showing for the far right. The presidency remains largely ceremonial but retains important constitutional powers. The outcome raises questions about the future direction of domestic policy and Portugal's alignment within broader European political trends, attracting attention across Europe.
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