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Portugal's economic resurgence leaves its citizens behind

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Updated: 23/03/2020 - 9:45 GMT+1

Having left austerity behind, Portugal is now a shining example of economic recovery - a demand stimulus policy based on the real estate market and tourism. However, good results hide a darker reality.

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