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Portuguese companies increasingly depend on immigrant workers
PT🏛️ Politics11 hr. ago

Portuguese companies increasingly depend on immigrant workers

Portuguese companies are increasingly relying on immigrant workers, according to RTP Notícias. Over 1.1 million foreigners are registered with the social security system in Portugal, making up 20% of the active population. In agriculture, immigrants account for half of the workforce, while in the hospitality and restaurant sector, they make up 40%. This growing dependence highlights the significant role foreign labor plays in key sectors of the Portuguese economy.

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RTP Notícias logoRTP NotíciasState / PublicCenter11 hr. ago
Immigrant workers, Social Security recorded 455 departures a day in 2025.

The article reports that in 2025, an average of 455 foreign workers left the social security system per day, indicating an increase in the rate of exits. However, the number of immigrant workers entering the system remains significantly higher. The Portuguese government has downplayed this trend, stating that the contributions made by immigrants are increasing.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data regarding the movement of immigrant workers within the social security system without overtly criticizing or praising the government’s stance. While the government is mentioned as downplaying the issue, there is no strong ideological framing or emphasis on either a左

RTP Notícias logoRTP NotíciasState / PublicCenter5 days ago
Portuguese companies increasingly depend on immigrant workers

Portuguese companies are increasingly relying on immigrant workers, according to RTP Notícias. Over 1.1 million foreigners are registered with the social security system in Portugal, making up 20% of the active population. In agriculture, immigrants account for half of the workforce, while in the hospitality and restaurant sector, they make up 40%. This growing dependence highlights the significant role foreign labor plays in key sectors of the Portuguese economy.

Bias read (Center): The article presents statistical data on the reliance on immigrant labor without overtly favoring any political perspective. It provides factual information on the percentage of foreign workers in specific sectors but does not include commentary or framing that suggests a particular ideological slan

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