Santos Pereira Defended by Government Parties, Centeno Appointed.
The Portuguese government is supporting Álvaro Santos Pereira. The Socialist Party is also defending Minister Centeno. This is causing more political conflict in Parliament.
Álvaro Santos Pereira has taken control of the Ministry of Economy. The PSD, the main opposition party, accuses Minister Centeno of working for the Socialist Party. The editorial suggests that Portugal doesn't need institutions that favor one political side. This raises questions about whether the institution is fair. Parliamentary hearings are becoming more heated because of the disagreement.
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Highlights
Government Defends Santos Pereira
The Portuguese government is protecting Álvaro Santos Pereira.
PS Protects Centeno
The Socialist Party (PS) is protecting Minister of Economy, Centeno.
PSD Accuses Centeno
The PSD accuses Centeno of being the political arm of the PS.
Hearings Increase Animosity
Parliamentary hearings are making political conflict worse.
Debate on Institution Impartiality
The editorial argues Portugal does not need biased institutions.