The President of the Regional Government, Miguel Albuquerque, defended the Republic's Government, criticizing what he termed constant "political noise" in the national debate.
Albuquerque argued that the perception of a widespread crisis in Portugal does not match the country's economic and social reality, pointing to economic growth, reduced unemployment, and public debt control as positive indicators. He suggested that this political environment benefits parties seeking to capitalize on discontent but acknowledged the government's communication challenges.
While recognizing specific issues in areas like housing and health, Albuquerque rejected the notion of a structural crisis, reiterating that Portugal's economy is growing above the European average. He also expressed confidence in the Minister of Internal Administration, refusing to question his performance.
