Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Portugal's Montenegro Faces Coalition Challenge as New PM

5/30/2025

22 1

Summary

Story summary

Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has appointed Luis Montenegro as prime minister following the Democratic Alliance's victory in the May 18 snap elections. With 91 seats, the AD fell short of a majority, leaving Montenegro to navigate a delicate alliance with both the far-right Chega party and the Socialist Party to form a stable government.

1 of 1

Story summary

Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has appointed Luis Montenegro as prime minister following the Democratic Alliance's victory in the May 18 snap elections. With 91 seats, the AD fell short of a majority, leaving Montenegro to navigate a delicate alliance with both the far-right Chega party and the Socialist Party to form a stable government.