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flag Portugal’s Jan. 18, 2026, presidential election likely to require a Feb. 8 runoff after no candidate surpassed 50%, marking the first such vote since 1980.

flag Portugal’s January 18, 2026, presidential election is expected to go to a runoff—the first since 1980—due to political fragmentation, with far-right leader André Ventura leading in polls at 24%, followed by Socialist António José Seguro at 23%. flag No candidate is projected to secure over 50% of the vote, triggering a February 8 runoff. flag The president, while largely ceremonial, holds key powers including dissolving parliament and vetoing legislation. flag Ventura’s lead is narrow, and he faces high rejection rates, making a runoff victory uncertain. flag The race reflects growing voter discontent with mainstream parties and rising influence of populist and far-right movements, signaling broader political shifts ahead of the next parliamentary cycle.

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