"I never said that." President of IHRU denies having sent young people to emigrate but acknowledges "not having been happy" with the statements

The president of IHRU, Benjamim Pereira, denied suggesting that young people should emigrate, clarifying that he never dismissed their struggles. He acknowledged that his comments about societal sacrifices were misinterpreted and expressed regret for any misunderstanding. Pereira emphasized that the sacrifices of the past should not be expected from today's youth, highlighting ongoing housing issues in Portugal. He stated his commitment to serving the public and improving the situation based on his professional experience.