This week's political commentary in Portugal includes discussions on criticisms from former Prime Minister Passos Coelho and Ana Abrunhosa, as well as the PSD-Chega coalition in Cascais.

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho called on the current government not to waste time and to implement necessary reforms, emphasizing the PSD's electoral promises.

José Luís Carneiro focused attention on the party, but could have let the opponent make mistakes. The article questions whether the socialist leader can unite 'passistas' and 'montenegritas,' discussing Pedro Passos Coelho's potential threat to the PS.

Luís Campos Ferreira states that Chega lacks political maturity and believes PSD should be PS's preferred partner, while another article discusses the impact of Pedro Passos Coelho's appearances on PSD and the future of António José Seguro.

O candidato à distrital do PSD de Braga, Paulo Cunha, não reconhece as declarações do ex-PM. Sobre a corrida à distrital de Braga, acha que o adversário não se devia ter candidatado.

Hugo Soares, a prominent political figure, stated that former Prime Minister Passos Coelho 'missed the mark' with his comments regarding the new Minister of Internal Administration, calling him an 'extraordinary analyst' who was 'deeply mistaken this time.'

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Passos Coelho has broken his silence to deliver harsh criticism against the current government led by Montenegro. Analysts are debating whether this is a political warning, a settling of scores, or an attempt to mark territory.

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Passos Coelho is being criticized for his comments on the state's emergency response failures, with critics pointing to his responsibility for the populist impulse that led to the implosion of civil governments in 2011.

Pedro Passos Coelho tem se tentado manter afastado da vida política, mas desta vez — para criticar o Governo — parece não ter medo da exposição. E ainda, temos fumo branco na lei laboral?

Former Prime Minister Passos Coelho criticizes Luís Montenegro's decision to appoint the former director of the PJ (Judicial Police) to the Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI), calling it a 'serious precedent' that undermines the separation of powers.

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Passos Coelho has denied a return to politics but continues to pressure the current government, warning that a relative majority is no excuse for failure.

Ser só senador não será o objetivo. Quererá Passos empurrar PSD para o Chega ou antes  neutralizar Ventura? Há alguma cobardia quanto aos avisos sobre as reformas? Numa coisa tem razão: o novo MAI.

Former Prime Minister Passos Coelho is meticulously crafting his political program, a process he undertook with patience in 2008 and appears ready to repeat.

In an interview, the former governor says that Passos knows that Chega does not have the "maturity" for fundamental reforms, believes that Carneiro will maintain stability, and talks about Mendes' "character assassination."

Carlos Eduardo Reis, a candidate for the PSD Braga district, believes the party should accept criticism and is not hindered by a pending legal case.

Pedro Passos Coelho has emerged to strategically criticize Montenegro, raising questions about the extent of state reform in Portugal.

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Passos Coelho has been criticizing decisions made by current Prime Minister Luís Montenegro in his public appearances, reportedly weakening the government's image.

The mayor of Coimbra reportedly prevented the Minister of Agriculture from visiting the city, while Passos Coelho criticized the appointment of the MAI.

An opinion piece reflects on Portuguese politics, discussing the figure of Passos Coelho and the tendency to dwell on past greatness and seek a 'savior' rather than focusing on present responsibility.

Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro refused to engage in a confrontation with former PM Passos Coelho, emphasizing the role of CCDR bodies in state reform after the inauguration of their new presidents.

Gonçalo Matias, a minister, stated that former Prime Minister Passos Coelho's comments regarding the state and appointments were directed at the eight years of Socialist Party governance.

José Luís Carneiro, presenting his re-election motion, stated that AD is the 'main factor of instability' and used Passos Coelho's criticisms of Montenegro as an example.

Hugo Soares, parliamentary leader and secretary-general of the PSD, has responded to criticisms from former Prime Minister Passos Coelho, calling them 'manifestly off target'.

A new political 'Mexican soap opera' is unfolding in Portugal, involving the PSD party and former Prime Minister Passos Coelho, alongside discussions on storm damages and Brisa.

Pedro Passos Coelho está a fazer política ativa "pura e dura" mas atira a pedra e esconde a mão. Com as intenções a tornarem-se evidentes, está a manter-se à tona apenas para pressionar o governo?

Passos Coelho (que lançou mais um alerta), Ana Abrunhosa (que perdeu a compostura) e a Justiça (que não consegue resolver o caso Sócrates) são o Bom, o Mau e o Vilão.

Former Prime Minister Passos Coelho has re-emerged, urging the current government led by Montenegro to adopt a reformist spirit and demonstrate courage to implement changes, suggesting time is running out.