Left-Wing Parties Accuse Government of Adopting Far-Right Agenda in New Nationality Law

Debate Over Nationality Law Intensifies

Following the approval of the Nationality Law with support from a broad right-wing majority and the JPP party, left-wing parties have sharply criticized the government's stance. The PS, Livre, and Bloco de Esquerda have accused Prime Minister Luís Montenegro of echoing the rhetoric of the far-right, expressing deep concerns over the ideological direction of the executive.

In their statements, these parties highlighted that Montenegro's declarations sound identical to those of extremist groups, raising alarms about the potential impact on families and children due to the tightened requirements in the law. They argue that these changes could disproportionately affect vulnerable groups and undermine social cohesion.

The political fallout continues as debates over the law's implications for national identity and immigration policies heat up, with critics warning of a shift towards more restrictive policies.