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Portugal election: Socialists win unexpected majority

BBC News

January 31, 2022

Portugal’s ruling Socialist Party has won an unexpected outright majority in Sunday’s snap general election for only the second time in its history.

The election was called when Prime Minister António Costa failed to pass a budget after losing the support of two smaller parties.

Mr Costa said Portugal needed stability to ensure economic recovery.

Far-right party Chega also increased its support and will be the third largest party in parliament.

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