Paulo Portas

Paulo Portas is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Management and Organizations at Nova University, with additional teaching engagements at the Emirates Diplomatic Academy in Abu Dhabi. His academic work centers on geo-economics, international relations, and economic diplomacy, drawing from his extensive experience in high-level government and international strategy.

• Former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal (2011–2015)
• Minister of Defense (2002–2005)
• Leader of CDS-PP party for 16 years
• Member of Parliament for eight terms

His research interests include International Relations, Geo-Strategy, International Economy, Political Science, and Political and Economic History. He also conducts seminars for multinational corporations on Economic Diplomacy.

Though no recent academic publications are listed, his expertise is applied through strategic consulting and executive education, particularly in the context of international business and diplomacy.

Paulo Portas has received no explicitly mentioned scientific awards.

He advises businesses through Vinciamo Consulting and holds leadership roles in international boards, including Mota-Engil and Pemex Gas. He is also Deputy Chairman of the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry. His professional engagements reflect a strong emphasis on international business strategy and policy advising.

He is involved with the International Strategic Council at Mota-Engil and contributes to strategic teams advising multinational corporations on global expansion, particularly in Africa, Latin America, and the GCC region.