Summary:
PSD and CDS-PP have formed a governance agreement in Madeira.
José Manuel Rodrigues is expected to become Regional Secretary of Economy.
Albuquerque emphasizes the importance of a written agreement for clarity.
Rodrigues will step down from the presidency of the Madeira Legislative Assembly.
The new government will be presented to the Republic's representative on Friday.
Key Agreement Established
The Madeiran structures of PSD and CDS-PP have officially established a parliamentary and governance agreement for the Autonomous Region. This agreement was confirmed by Miguel Albuquerque on Tuesday afternoon.
Leadership Details
Miguel Albuquerque stated, "The agreement will be within the governance and parliamentary framework". However, he refrained from disclosing the position that José Manuel Rodrigues will hold in the new regional government. According to RTP, Rodrigues is expected to take on the role of Regional Secretary of Economy.
Historical Context
Albuquerque emphasized the "historical good relationship with CDS", highlighting the importance of a written agreement to maintain clarity on principles.
Government Composition
Regarding the new composition of the Madeiran Regional Government, Albuquerque did not reveal any names. However, it has been noted that José Manuel Rodrigues’s inclusion in the regional executive implies he will relinquish his presidency of the Madeira Legislative Assembly, a position he has held since 2019. This role is likely to be filled by Rubina Leal, a PSD deputy.
Next Steps
The shared governance solution between PSD and CDS-PP in the Madeira Autonomous Region is set to be presented to the Republic's representative on Friday, when Ireneu Barreto meets with the parliamentary parties.
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