The October edition of Portugalglobal magazine features the AICEP Forum 2026. The event, which took place in Porto on September 30th, brought together over 500 businesspeople, investors, and decision-makers to discuss the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy, the internationalization of companies, and future challenges.
The publication also highlights the 3.58 billion euros in investment contracts signed by AICEP in 2025, with an anticipated creation of approximately 6,600 jobs.
This edition includes an interview with the president of AICEP, Ana Casaca, who presents her vision for the Agency's future, based on three priorities: ambition, scale, and impact.
Also featured is an interview with Chris Ruff, policy coordinator at the European Commission's Directorate-General for Trade, on the opportunities presented by the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur and its potential to enhance the competitiveness of Portuguese exports.
The magazine also showcases companies contributing to Portugal's international presence through innovation, technology, and specialization, including Aloft, Casa Mendes Gonçalves, Critical Software, Hovione, LMA, Synopsys, Tridonic, Vista Alegre, and WEG.
Saudi Arabia is another highlighted topic, with an analysis by AICEP delegate Guilherme Lopes on the business opportunities that the Vision 2030 strategy is creating for Portuguese companies in various sectors.
