Portugal 2019

The west coast of Europe

Portugal

The west coast of Europe

An economic miracle for some, Portugal is modernizing and alluring. From start-ups to surf waves, the country evokes an almost Californian model on the west coast of Europe.

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Irish smart solutions for a better world

Ireland

2024

Irish smart solutions for a better world

Thriving as a business hub, Ireland is emerging as a lab for crafting smart solutions in technologically advanced sectors such as biopharma and MedTech.
The top choice for global businesses

Canada

2024

The top choice for global businesses

From its dynamic startup scene to its well-established industries, Canada stands out as a heavyweight in the global business arena.
Investing in the heart of Central Europe

Hungary

2024

Investing in the heart of Central Europe

With solid infrastructures and a skilled workforce, Hungary emerges as an appealing base in Europe.
The creative island

Iceland

2022

The creative island

From Hollywood productions to avant-garde arts, Iceland punches above its weight when it comes to cultural influence.
The global island

Ireland

2022

The global island

Ireland has emerged as one of the best bases to launch a business with global ambitions.
Singapore, ahead of the curve

Singapore

2021

Singapore, ahead of the curve

Long established as a global center for finance and trading, Asia’s smart nation hits a new inflection point through digital transformation.
Swiss tech for a better world

Switzerland

2021

Swiss tech for a better world

Green solutions developed in Switzerland lead the way as global businesses gear up for a major sustainability push.
How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

Malta

2020

How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

In order to achieve its ambitions, the Mediterranean island needs to win the battle for talents.
Enabling growth

Maldives

2019

Enabling growth

The Maldives’ dispersed geography, while bestowing the country’s irresistible appeal, also carries unique challenges to a growing economy.
The west coast of Europe

Portugal

2019

The west coast of Europe

An economic miracle for some, Portugal is modernizing and alluring. From start-ups to surf waves, the country evokes an almost Californian model on the west coast of Europe.
How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

Mauritius

2019

How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

In only 50 years, Mauritius defied all economic predictions and is today ranked number one in Africa for its ease in doing business.
Revive Greece, restore Europe

Greece

2018

Revive Greece, restore Europe

Signs of recovery make a compelling case for easing the Greek debt.
Where business  mixes with beauty

Maldives

2018

Where business mixes with beauty

The Greater Malé Region, formed by the union of six neighboring islands, will decongest the capital and enable unprecedented tourism growth.
The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg

2018

The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg has become a leader in financial firsts that belies its size.
Access point to Africa

Mauritius

2017

Access point to Africa

A forthcoming free trade agreement could energize an ancient commercial route between China and Mauritius, forging a cross-continential gateway centuries in the making.
Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan

2017

Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan is positioning itself as a launchpad for the rebuilding of Iraq and Syria.
Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg

2015

Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg’s financial sector expertise and business friendly culture are helping Chinese businesses to engage in Europe.
Reforms spark progress

Portugal

2014

Reforms spark progress

Far-reaching structural reforms have paved the way for a sustained recovery in growth and investment
Stability locks in future growth

Ivory Coast

2016

Stability locks in future growth

Côte d’Ivoire’s economic renaissance is rapidly creating a new golden era
Building the dream

Maldives

2016

Building the dream

The Maldives invests in infrastructure to unleash growth
Re-engineering for growth

Egypt

2016

Re-engineering for growth

Egypt is undergoing an infrastructure overhaul
Oil nation charts a new course

Brunei Darussalam

2016

Oil nation charts a new course

Ancient Sino-Bruneian trade routes have been revived, marking 25 years in diplomatic relations.
Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egypt

2015

Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egyptian President al-Sisi and Chinese President Xi deliver a joint statement at the Presidential Palace in Cairo on January 21st, 2016.
An all-weather friend in Africa

Zimbabwe

2015

An all-weather friend in Africa

President Xi’s historic visit to Zimbabwe marks a breakthrough in the strengthening of ties.
Looking seaward

Cape Verde

2013

Looking seaward

A growing hub for services in the Atlantic
Investing in durability

Morocco

2013

Investing in durability

A safe choice for business in North Africa
Investing in democracy

Tunisia

2013

Investing in democracy

The road to economic revival
Unleashing its growth potential

Zimbabwe

2012

Unleashing its growth potential

A call for international investment
Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Cabo Verde

2012

Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Exemplo de democracia e governação na região em que se insere, Cabo Verde procura parceiros privados que o ajudem a constituir-se como um centro internacional de prestação de serviços. Por ar, terra e mar.

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Entrepreneurial effervescence on the west coast of Europe

Economy

Entrepreneurial effervescence on the west coast of Europe

An economic miracle for some, Portugal is modernizing and alluring. From start-ups to surfing waves, the country evokes an almost Californian model

Where to buy when prices flare up in Lisbon?

Real Estate

Where to buy when prices flare up in Lisbon?

While prices are blazing in the capital, players in the real estate sector rely on other cities and other products outside the city center.

“The goal is to make Vilamoura a living city all year round”

Real Estate

“The goal is to make Vilamoura a living city all year round”

Dominique Cressot

Project Director of Vilamoura

“The RNH scheme will reach its 10th year in 2019”

Tax

“The RNH scheme will reach its 10th year in 2019”

Rogério Fernandes Ferreira

Founder of RFF & Associates

“We are developing our international structure”

Transport

“We are developing our international structure”

“We are pioneers in the model ensuring profitability through tourism”

Real Estate

“We are pioneers in the model ensuring profitability through tourism”

Luis Corrêa de Barros

CEO of Habitat Invest

The challenges of Portugal’s economic growth

Economy

The challenges of Portugal’s economic growth

Portugal found its way out of the crisis by focusing on exports, tourism and tax attractiveness. Growth is at the rendezvous, but is it sustainable?

A booming city in the heart of the Algarve

Real Estate

A booming city in the heart of the Algarve

Vilamoura on the Algarve coast of Portugal is renewed and growing, focusing on tradition and contemporaneity.

“This generation is the most skillful and highly educated we’ve ever had”

Tax

“This generation is the most skillful and highly educated we’ve ever had”

Nuno Cunha Bernabé

Partner and Head of Tax Practice at PLMJ Law Firm

“Portugal offers several types of incentives”

Economy

“Portugal offers several types of incentives”

Luís Pais Antunes

Managing Partner at PLMJ Law Firm

“Portugal piques French curiosity”

Real Estate

“Portugal piques French curiosity”

Fosun, every day more international

Enterprise

Fosun, every day more international

Lisbon, a city that moves and grows

Real Estate

Lisbon, a city that moves and grows

With new means of transport and points of interest, Lisbon is in full expansion.

The economic power of surf

Tourism

The economic power of surf

Every year, the giant waves of Nazaré, among the highest in the world, attract thousands of spectators, making it world famous.

“From insurance to universal services”

Enterprise

“From insurance to universal services”

Jorge Magalhaes Correia

CEO of Fidelidade Seguros

“We need capital to develop our products and  services”

Economy

“We need capital to develop our products and services”

“The Portuguese economy will continue to grow strongly at a forecasted 2%”

Finance

“The Portuguese economy will continue to grow strongly at a forecasted 2%”

“Our competitive advantage is our culture of cooperation and innovation”

Business Services

“Our competitive advantage is our culture of cooperation and innovation”

“We’re nimble; we can deploy capital to buy real estate assets on the spot”

Real Estate & Construction

“We’re nimble; we can deploy capital to buy real estate assets on the spot”

Paulo Loureiro

CEO of Louvre Properties

“The market should stabilize and avoid a bubble”

Real Estate & Construction

“The market should stabilize and avoid a bubble”

Hugo Santos Ferreira

Executive Vice President of the Portuguese Association of Property Developers and Investors (APPII)

“Today Portugal is able to position itself competitively in relation to Northern European markets”

Real Estate

“Today Portugal is able to position itself competitively in relation to Northern European markets”

João Sousa

CEO of JPS Group