Funchal
- Sep 20
Portugal finance minister warns fuel and food VAT cuts would cause €2B deficit
Joaquim Miranda Sarmento said proposals by PS and Chega to reduce fuel and food taxes would drain €2 billion annually, threatening a return to a budget deficit in 2027.
- Aug 24
Portugal opens 72.84 million euro arts funding round under revised framework
Portugal's Directorate-General for the Arts opened applications on 24 August 2026 for 72.84 million euros in sustained funding across visual arts, performing arts, and multidisciplinary sectors.
