Portuguese government survives Chega censure motion after Socialist abstention

Portugal's parliament has defeated a motion of censure introduced by the far-right Chega party against the country's minority administration. Following a three-hour debate, the governing coalition voted against the measure while the main opposition Socialist Party abstained, guaranteeing the government's survival.

The motion was brought in response to ongoing controversies surrounding the Ministry of Internal Administration. Concluding the debate, Minister of the Presidency António Leitão Amaro criticized Chega for putting forward a motion destined to fail, while also faulting the Socialists for refusing to take a definitive stance. Leitão Amaro indicated that voters would render a "political judgment" on Chega's strategy and reiterated that the government will continue to seek parliamentary support on a case-by-case basis without establishing any preferred legislative partner.

Sources: Diário de Notícias (DN), Expresso, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)