Portuguese parliament rejects far-right censure motion against minority government

Portugal's parliament has defeated a motion of censure introduced by the far-right Chega party against the minority Democratic Alliance government.

The proposal targeted recent controversies involving the Minister of Internal Administration. The motion failed following a debate lasting over three hours, as the ruling coalition voted against it while the main opposition Socialist Party abstained.

Government officials criticized Chega for forcing a vote on a measure destined to fail. Minister of the Presidency António Leitão Amaro stated that the public would render a political judgment on Chega's parliamentary tactics, while reaffirming that the executive continues to govern without relying on a preferential partner in parliament.

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