# Burqa ban passed in Portugal: Security measure or culture war win?

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Podcast: [The Good Morning Portugal! podcast with Carl Munson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson-977134)
Published: 2026-07-11T11:26:22+00:00
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Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹 Burqa ban approved by parliamentary committee - security measure or culture war win? In this lively and honest discussion, Natasha and Carl explore the recent decision to ban the burqa in Portugal, covering: • Security arguments for knowing who is under the covering • Cultural integration concerns and women's rights • Whether this is a meaningful step or symbolic gesture • Broader context of domestic violence and real issues facing women in Portugal A thoughtful and sometimes provocative conversation on identity, security, and life in modern Portugal. ✅ What do YOU think about the burqa ban? Drop your views in the comments 👇 ✅ More news & analysis at 👉 www.portugaltalkradio.com Subscribe and turn on notifications for more Portugal debates 🇵🇹 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support . Get help moving to and living in Portugal

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