PSD Triumphs in Madeira Elections, Forms Coalition with CDS-PP Amid Shifting Political Landscape

March 23, 2025
PSD Triumphs in Madeira Elections, Forms Coalition with CDS-PP Amid Shifting Political Landscape
  • The representative of the Republic will consult with the parties on March 28, 2025, to finalize the composition of the new government.

  • Bolieiro, a key figure in the coalition, emphasized the necessity of establishing a secure government and outlined the principles that will guide their partnership.

  • Albuquerque, who is expected to continue leading the development of the Autonomous Region of Madeira, acknowledged the people's decision to support his leadership.

  • The official election results will be published in the Diário da República within eight days, paving the way for the new Regional Government of Madeira to take office.

  • Despite the coalition, Albuquerque expressed skepticism about forming a broader alliance with JPP, citing the need for a united opposition as unlikely.

  • Rodrigues, a prominent figure in the coalition discussions, stressed the importance of political stability and indicated a willingness to explore various governance options.

  • In the elections, Chega experienced a decline in support, while PAN failed to secure any representation in the new assembly.

  • Montenegro noted that the electorate in Madeira demonstrated their patience by resolving political issues through the ballot box rather than through the Assembly.

  • Albuquerque clarified that the coalition with CDS-PP will prioritize their policy proposals, emphasizing that such agreements do not imply a merger of the parties.

  • The Social Democratic Party (PSD) achieved a significant victory in the regional elections in Madeira on March 23, 2025, garnering 43.4% of the votes and electing 23 deputies, just one short of an absolute majority.

  • The JPP party emerged as the main opposition with 11 representatives, followed by the Socialist Party (PS) with 8, Chega with 3, and both CDS and IL with 1 each.

  • To ensure governance, the PSD has formed a coalition with the CDS-PP, which will last until the end of the legislative term.

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