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Presidential candidate Antonio Jose Seguro delivers a speech at his campaign closing rally ahead of Sunday's presidential election, in Lisbon, Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.

Video. Far-right Ventura reaches runoff in Portugal's presidential election

Updated: 19/01/2026 - 5:08 GMT+1

In one of the closest contests in recent decades, António José Seguro won most votes in the first round of Portugal's presidential election, with far-right candidate André Ventura securing a place in the runoff set for 8 February.

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