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New version of the bill of flags approved with votes in favor of PSD and IL

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Briefings

On September 18, 2026, Portugal's parliament approved a revised decree allowing the hoisting of international flags in public buildings, with support from the PSD and IL. This revision replaced the previous version vetated by President António José Seguro in June, which had excluded political parties and electoral campaigns. The PSD clarified that only flags representing international commitments by the Portuguese state can be hoisted, excluding ideological or associative flags. Key changes included expanded scope for humanitarian causes and international law, while the CDS and Chega opposed the amendment. Fiscal responsibility for flag hoisting was assigned to GNR and PSP, and fines to administrative authorities. The decree now allows presidential promulgation, veto, or constitutional court referral. Uncertainty remains regarding the precise legal definition of 'international commitments' and the operational scope of the new rules.

Key points

• The PSD and IL supported the September 2026 revision of the Portuguese flag hoisting decree, replacing the June vetoed version that excluded political parties.
• The new decree permits hoisting of flags representing international commitments by the Portuguese state, excluding ideological or associative flags.

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Coverage is limited to the parliamentary vote and speciality process details; no data on public reaction, implementation timelines, or enforcement mechanisms.

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