The Minister Adjunct and for State Reform, Gonçalo Matias, affirmed that the partnership with Mozambique is one of the most solid that Portugal maintains globally. Speaking at the official Portugal Day ceremony in Maputo, the minister highlighted that more than 1,100 Portuguese companies currently export directly to the Mozambican market.
Mr. Matias emphasized that this long-standing, multidimensional relationship does not need to be invented, but rather recognized and pushed even further. Portuguese direct investment in the African nation has now surpassed 2,000 million euros, ranking it among Portugal’s top eight investment destinations.
The economic health of hundreds of small and medium-sized Portuguese enterprises is directly linked to the ongoing stability and growth of the Mozambican economy. In 2025, Portuguese exports of goods and services to Mozambique exceeded 500 million euros, with bilateral trade in goods alone topping 193 million euros.
For many of these active exporters, Mozambique represents their primary or sole international commercial relationship. Additionally, Portugal has solidified its position as the seventh largest supplier to Mozambique, demonstrating a robust and reliable trading framework.
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The bilateral relationship translates directly into the daily lives of people, with over 40,000 Portuguese citizens registered across the consular network in Mozambique. This vibrant community includes more than 400 companies backed by Portuguese capital that have committed to investing even during challenging economic cycles.
These firms serve as a foundational pillar of the Mozambican economy, generating thousands of local jobs and creating sustainable professional opportunities for the younger generation. The human bond is further strengthened by Mozambican students returning home with advanced knowledge acquired at Portuguese universities.
Representing the Mozambican government, Defense Minister Cristóvão Chume expressed deep gratitude for Portugal’s consistent solidarity, particularly during the devastating floods earlier this year.
The minister noted that Portugal extended vital humanitarian assistance while simultaneously dealing with the severe domestic aftermath of Storm Kristin. Portuguese Ambassador Jorge Monteiro added that the local Portuguese community is an active, deeply integrated component of the country’s social and cultural fabric. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to long-term collaboration, emphasizing that Portuguese businesses are dedicated to building a shared future.
