António Costa



António Costa (born 17 July 1961) is a Portuguese politician who currently serves as the 119th and current Prime Minister of Portugal since 26 November 2015. He previously served as the 76th Mayor of Lisbon in 2007–2015, Minister of the Internal Administration in 2005–2007, Minister of Justice in 1999–2002 and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs in 1997–1999.

Quotes

 * An absolute majority doesn't mean absolute power. It doesn't mean governing alone. It's an increased responsibility.
 * António Costa (2022) cited in: "Portugal election: Socialists win unexpected majority" in BBC News, 31 January 2022.


 * This is a special night for me. The Portuguese have confirmed that they want a Socialist Party government for the next four years ... They want stability, certainty and security.
 * António Costa (2022) cited in: "António Costa wins big in Portugal’s general election" in Politico, 31 January 2022.