The Evolution Of Foreign Direct Investment: What Business Leaders Should Know
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The Evolution of Foreign Direct Investment: Forbes Business Council Feature  

Over the past decade, the approach to foreign direct investment (FDI) has evolved. Traditionally, governments focused on attracting large enterprises to...
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Portuguese Visa Options
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Comparing Portuguese Visa Options: The Golden Visa vs. the HQA® vs. the D7 Visa 

Portugal is often seen as one of the most attractive options for those seeking residency and access to Europe. Unfortunately,...
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Golden Visa vs. HQA Residency Permit Timelines
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Portugal Residency Timelines: The HQA® Advantage Over the Golden Visa 

We’ve seen it on primary news sources for the past year; Portugal’s Golden Visa is often riddled with delays and backlogs. Links: Portugal Tightens Citizenship Rules, Doubles...
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Francesco Berrettini Director, Partnerships & Project in Portugal poses in front of the EUROAMERICA'S banner
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Reflections from the EuroAmericas Forum 2025

From November 17-18, 2025, the EuroAmericas Forum 2025 took place in Cascais, Portugal. The Forum is promoted by the Portuguese Diaspora Council and aims to strengthen the...
December 4, 2025
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A dos Cunhados, Lisboa Portugal. Photo by Larry Snickers at Pexels
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Empowered Startups Announces Strategic Partnership with Casaiberia Real Estate 

Empowered Startups is proud to announce a new partnership with Casaiberia Real Estate, one of Portugal’s leading luxury property brokerages. Renowned for...
December 3, 2025
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