The March Luncheon with Portuguese Secretary of State of Industry – Mr. João Vasconcelos was co-organized with the Consulate General of Portugal in Hong Kong and Macau, the Portuguese-Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry and AICEP. Around forty guests attended the event, including business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals.
In his welcome speech, Mr Vasconcelos highlighted the relationship between Portugal and China, particularly with Macau SAR, and how it is a strategic priority for Portugal. This could be reflected in the growing trend of Portuguese exports to Macau, he said.
Mr Vasconcelos added that Macau represents a special platform for co-operation between the European and Asian markets, similar to Portugal’s function as a bridge between Europe and the Portuguese-speaking countries.