Chega announced it will proceed with two distinct bills: the reduction of VAT on fuels and the implementation of zero VAT on a basket of essential food items. The parties will debate these proposals in parliament on September 24.
The populist right-wing party revealed it relies on the support of the Socialist Party for the approval of these measures, which represents a rare alliance between the two parties on fiscal policy matters.
André Ventura, leader of Chega, issued a direct challenge to José Luís Carneiro, who is the current parliamentary leader of the PS, daring him to demonstrate that the party is genuinely committed to these measures supporting Portuguese families.
This rapprochement between Chega and the PS comes in a political context where the PS minority government has sought occasional support from the opposition to pass legislation, especially on matters that could have a direct impact on citizens' wallets.
