The Portuguese government is preparing new support for the economic sectors most affected by rising fuel prices. This measure comes in a context of significant increases in energy costs that have impacted various economic activities in the country.
The support under preparation should follow similar rules to those applied in previous support measures. The executive is evaluating different intervention modalities to ensure that the most vulnerable sectors receive the necessary support.
One of the options under study is the implementation of a direct per-vehicle support, mainly aimed at sectors such as transport and agriculture. This modality would allow for a more equitable distribution of available resources.
The other alternative under consideration is the creation of a discount or subsidy per liter of fuel consumed. This option could more broadly benefit sectors that are heavily dependent on fossil fuels in their daily operations.
