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Portugal Approaches Energy Crisis, Implements Support Measures

3/24/2026

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Environment and Energy Minister Maria da Graça Carvalho says Portugal nears European criteria to declare an energy crisis due to rising gas prices.
The EU's regulations allow crisis declarations based on price thresholds.
The government approved measures to support families and businesses.
Minister António Leitão Amaro says Portugal is not yet at crisis threshold.
Foreign Affairs Minister Paulo Rangel announced structural measures to mitigate inflation's impact on families and businesses amid Middle East conflicts.

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Environment and Energy Minister Maria da Graça Carvalho says Portugal nears European criteria to declare an energy crisis due to rising gas prices.
The EU's regulations allow crisis declarations based on price thresholds.
The government approved measures to support families and businesses.
Minister António Leitão Amaro says Portugal is not yet at crisis threshold.
Foreign Affairs Minister Paulo Rangel announced structural measures to mitigate inflation's impact on families and businesses amid Middle East conflicts.