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Pedro Passos Coelho advocates agreement between PSD, IL and Chega

Former Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho expressed the need for a political agreement with Chega and the Liberal Initiative.

12 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Pedro Passos Coelho, former Prime Minister of Portugal, advocated for a political agreement between the Social Democratic Party (PSD), the Liberal Initiative (IL), and Chega. In reported statements, Passos Coelho asserted that the PSD 'had an obligation' to consider this coalition as a viable political option.

Additionally, Passos Coelho acknowledged the possibility of returning to politics should the PSD fail in the elections. This stance was mentioned in a recent interview where he shared that he might evaluate this decision if circumstances required it.

Pedro Siza Vieira, a former minister, commented on Passos Coelho's political posture, suggesting that he seems aligned with Chega and that this collaboration is being discussed within the party.

Passos Coelho's proposal for the agreement has sparked reactions within the PSD and among other parties. The PSD leadership, led by Luís Montenegro, has faced challenges on multiple fronts, which could influence the dynamics between the parties.

The call for more realism regarding expectations for the National Health Service (SNS) was also addressed by Siza Vieira, who believes a more practical approach to public health system expectations is necessary.

These statements come at a critical moment for the PSD and its alliances as the election period approaches and the party seeks to consolidate its position in the political landscape.

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