Portugal latest news

Here are some of the latest news from Portugal:

Politics

• Portugal's Prime Minister António Costa has announced a new government plan to tackle the country's housing crisis, which includes measures to increase the supply of affordable housing and reduce evictions. (Source: The Portugal News)
• The Portuguese parliament has approved a new law aimed at reducing the country's carbon footprint, which includes measures to promote the use of electric vehicles and renewable energy. (Source: Lusa)

Economy

• Portugal's economy grew by 1.4% in the first quarter of 2023, according to data from the National Statistics Institute (INE). (Source: The Portugal News)
• The Portuguese government has announced plans to invest €1.5 billion in the country's infrastructure over the next three years, including projects to improve transportation and energy networks. (Source: Lusa)

Tourism

• Portugal has been named the best tourist destination in the world for 2023 by the World Travel Awards, beating out other popular destinations like Italy and Spain. (Source: The Portugal News)
• The Portuguese government has launched a new campaign to promote tourism in the country's rural areas, which includes initiatives to improve infrastructure and offer discounts to visitors. (Source: Lusa)

Sports

• Portugal's national football team has qualified for the 2024 European Championship, which will be held in Germany. (Source: The Portugal News)
• The Portuguese tennis player João Sousa has won the ATP Challenger Tour title in Lisbon, beating out other top players in the competition. (Source: Lusa)

Other News

• A severe storm has hit Portugal, causing widespread damage and power outages in several regions. (Source: The Portugal News)
• The Portuguese government has announced plans to increase funding for the country's education system, including measures to improve teacher training and reduce class sizes. (Source: Lusa)