23. Is there a ban on political parties engaging in commercial activities?

Portugal

Portugal

Answer
Yes
Source

Article 8.3 ‘- It is specifically forbidden to political parties:
a) Acquiring goods or services at prices lower than those practiced in the market;
b) Receive payments of goods or services rendered by them at prices manifestly above their market value;
c) Receive or accept any indirect contributions or donations that result in the payment by third parties of expenses that they enjoy.

Source CAPÍTULO II( Funding of political parties) Decree of the Assembly of the Republic No. 194 / XIII: Political Funding -Alteration to the Law approved Friday, March 9, 2018 Series II-A - Number 82

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