Portugal’s Prime Minister Luís Montenegro held a phone call today with U.S. President Donald Trump, reaffirming Portugal’s commitment to strengthening the long-standing ties between the two nations. Prime Minister Montenegro has cited President Trump’s words of solidarity and condolences following the tragic Glória funicular accident in Lisbon on 4 September, which claimed 16 lives and left many injured. “President Trump conveyed heartfelt support to the Portuguese people during this time of national mourning,” Prime Minister Montenegro said in a statement on social media. The phone call comes as Prime Minister Montenegro continues his official visit to Asia, following meetings in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where discussions focused on efforts to achieve peace in Ukraine and trade. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, 52, who has led Portugal since March 2024, heads the center-right Social Democratic Party (PSD).