The Economist Events’ Lisbon Summit 2018 will bring together government and business leaders, innovators, investors, analysts and academics to examine how innovation can turn the green shoots of Portugal’s economic optimism into sustainable growth.

How the recent upturn in Portugal’s economy can be consolidated while embracing disruption to deliver future economic growth? 

The conference has gathered together top political and business leaders who will provide delegates with key insights into Portugal’s economic and business prospects.

The Economist Events’ Lisbon Summit 2018 will bring together a multi-stakeholder audience of senior government officials, board-level decision-makers and international thought leaders for an in-depth discussion on Portugal, including the evolution of its economy, the implications for other countries inside and outside the Eurozone and the opportunities for all businesses.

Key speakers include:

• Daniel Franklin, executive editor, The Economist
• Ana Teresa Lehmann, secretary of state for industry, Portugal
• Maria Luís Albuquerque, former finance minister of Portugal and non-executive director, Arrow Global
• António Neto da Silva, president, Portuguese Banking Training Institute
• Manuel Caldeira Cabral, minister of economy, Portugal
• Jorge Seguro Sanches, secretary of state for energy, Portugal

We look forward to welcoming you in Cascais.