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Portugal faces one of the most pressing demographic crises in Europe. Not only is the country experiencing a brain drain, but it is also contending with declining birth rates and an increasingly aging population. These demographic challenges create a vicious cycle where economic hardships result in lower fertility rates, further compounding the economic resource strain.
Government Measures and Immigration
In response to these issues, the Portuguese government has attempted to use various strategies, such as the "golden visa" scheme designed to attract wealthy foreign investors. While such measures have brought foreign capital into the economy, they have also strained local resources and contributed to rising housing costs, further complicating the lives of everyday Portuguese citizens.