On 28 May, the mission included a visit to the Sines Industrial and Logistics Complex. The members of AIPEX and AICEP had the opportunity to learn about aicep Global Parques’ contribution to attracting investments and projects underway in the Sines Industrial and Logistics Zone (ZILS) and the Port of Sines. The visit included meetings with leaders from aicep Global Parques, ZILS and the Port of Sines Administration.
AIPEX plays a key role in attracting investment and organising large and medium-sized events in Angola, including business forums and business missions. AICEP, with its vast experience, organises several events and missions every year, both in the European context and in other regions.
It is hoped that, together, AIPEX and AICEP will create a synergy that will maximise the results of efforts to internationalise and attract investment. AIPEX offers detailed and specialised knowledge of the Angolan business environment, while AICEP provides the experience and resources needed to promote Angola on global platforms. This collaboration will allow for a more comprehensive and effective approach to investment promotion, benefiting Angola’s economic development and strengthening trade relations with other countries.
The ‘Best international practices for the preparation and organisation of business missions’ initiative aims to raise the quality and economic impact of the business events organised by AIPEX, bringing them into line with international planning and execution standards. This Strategic Action included:
Experience exchange workshop in Luanda on 15 and 16 April 2024
Online training for 20 AIPEX technicians and managers by the AICEP Academy
Drawing up a comparative study of the two organisations’ approaches to business missions
Creation of a good practice guide to strengthen AIPEX’s capacities
AIPEX’s visit to the Sines Industrial and Logistics Zone and the signing of the partnership declaration between AIPEX and AICEP rounded off the mission, highlighting the agencies’ commitment to promoting sustainable economic development and international cooperation.