This initiative materializes the commitment made at the 52nd Permanent Bilateral Commission, held in Lisbon in January 2026. The forum will serve as a mechanism to strengthen bilateral economic relations, boost trade and investment, and identify new business opportunities in strategic areas.
The meeting will bring together government representatives from both countries and leading business executives, with a focus on priority sectors such as technology and digital platforms, energy and infrastructure, pharmaceutical industry and health, and defense and aerospace industry.
The private sector will play an active role in defining cooperation priorities and opportunities, applying its experience and market knowledge. Recommendations from the forum will be conducted in accordance with national and European legal frameworks, respecting the sovereignty and strategic interests of each country.
“"The United States is a strategic partner for Portugal and Europe. The launch of the CEO Forum Portugal–United States reflects the shared desire to deepen our economic and business relationship in an increasingly demanding international context."
“"Portugal aims to establish itself as a platform for investment, innovation, and value creation between Europe and the United States."
The first edition of the CEO Forum Portugal–United States will take place in Lisbon, on the sidelines of the Web Summit, providing high international visibility for this new economic cooperation platform.
