He is faced with one of two choices before revealing the next ruling party. While the PSD-CDS coalition was the political force with the most votes, they do not enjoy a parliamentary majority.


The Socialists, who came second, have received the backing of the Left Bloc and the Communists and would thereby enjoy an absolute majority.


This leftist alliance has also said it would it use its majority to overthrow a PSD-CDS cabinet should the president elect them to lead the country.