Minister and mayor of Porto received with protests. "I am available to talk to everyone," says Pinto Luz

On November 4, Minister Miguel Pinto Luz and Porto Mayor Pedro Duarte faced protests upon their arrival at the City Hall. Pinto Luz expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with protesters, emphasizing the government's commitment to communication over the past two and a half years. He received a letter from the Porta a Porta movement outlining demands to address the housing crisis, including lowering rents and increasing public housing. Duarte also faced protests but reiterated his openness to dialogue and highlighted the city's efforts in providing public housing. Both officials stressed the importance of constructive discussions rather than confrontational protests.