A follow-up AFRO EUFORICO International Conference (AE Algarve 2026) will take place in Faro, Algarve, Portugal, in September 2026, extending the Abuja discussions into an international platform that strengthens Africa-Europe (Afro-Euro) collaboration in tourism and other key industries. 

This follow-up International Conference will be supported by the Algarve Tourism Bureau (VisitAlgarve a member of VisitPortugal), the Portuguese Trade and Investment Agency (AICEP), Millennium BCP, and organized by "PLANTEL EUFORICO"; our Portugal-registered company with NIPC – 518601102, which operates as an international business consulting and business development company and also as tour operators, as events and conference organizers, and as a commercial agency.

PURPOSE OF THE FOLLOW-UP CONFERENCE

The Afro Eufórico International Business Conference aims to:

  1. Attract Nigerian and West African investors, traders, CEOs, business clusters, and government-linked entrepreneurs to explore opportunities in Portugal.
  2. Strengthen bilateral trade and investment flow between Portugal and Nigeria—Africa’s largest economy.
  3. Showcase Portugal’s competitiveness in real estate, technology, agribusiness, tourism, renewable energy, manufacturing, education, logistics, start-ups, and digital innovation.
  4. Position the Algarve as an emerging hub for international business, conferences, and investment tourism.
  5. Facilitate B2B and B2G meetings between Portuguese companies and the Nigerian delegation.

EVENT OVERVIEW

  1. Title: Afro Eufórico International Business Conference
  2. Location: Faro, Algarve, Portugal (Proposed Venue: AP Eva Senses)
  3. Expected Dates: September 2026
  4. Delegation Size: 30 - 50 high-level Nigerian business participants
  5. Partners:
  • Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
  • The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR)
  • Plantel Euforico ULDA - Event Host & European Business Facilitator
  • Plantagenet King Limited – Partner Company & African Business Facilitator
  • Key private-sector associations in Nigeria and Portugal

CORE COMPONENTS

  1. Investment Forum, Business Matchmaking Sessions, Sector-Focused Roundtables
  2. Trade & Export Exhibition, Real Estate & Tourism Investment Tours
  3. Networking Dinner with Portuguese Industry Leaders

DELEGATION PROFILE

The Nigerian delegation will consist of some members of ACCI and others, including:

  1. High-Net-Worth investors, Real Estate developers
  2. FinTech and startup founders, Energy and manufacturing sector leaders
  3. Importers/Exporters, Agribusiness and commodity traders
  4. Representatives of ACCI and related organisations, Government-linked business executives.

This aligns directly with Portugal’s economic internationalisation and Africa-focused business strategy.

PROPOSED AREAS OF COLLABORATION WITH AICEP PORTUGAL

We respectfully request the following support from AICEP:

  1. Official Endorsement of the Afro Eufórico International Business Conference.
  2. Participation in the Opening Session with a keynote presentation on Portugal’s investment climate.
  3. Technical Assistance in identifying Portuguese companies interested in meeting the Nigerian delegation.
  4. Facilitation of B2B & B2G Engagements, particularly in strategic sectors.
  5. Provision of Investment Materials, brochures, or institutional support that highlights Portugal’s competitive advantages.

Our initiative directly complements AICEP’s objectives of promoting Portugal as a global investment destination and strengthening economic partnerships with emerging markets.

WHY THIS INITIATIVE IS VALUABLE TO PORTUGAL

  1. Nigeria is one of the fastest-growing investor markets in Africa, with strong outbound investment flows.
  2. Expected significant boost in the Nigerian demand for Portuguese real estate, corporate relocation, company formation, hospitality investments, renewable energy projects, and educational opportunities.
  3. The event will bring high-value investors directly to Portugal, reducing market-entry barriers and amplifying Portuguese exports and partnerships.
  4. It positions the Algarve as a new centre for international economic diplomacy.

NOTE: All participants in the AFRO EUFORICO Conference in Faro, Algarve are entitled to ALGARVEPHORIA! - an avant-garde luxury and euphoric tour across Portugal (especially ‘the Sun and Beaches’ of the Southern Portugal at the Algarve). Orchestrated by “JD – The Professional”.

These tours specialise in luxury, sports, business and MICE, and are particularly tailored to African tourists seeking premium and authentic European luxury tourism experiences.