The European Business Council for Africa

This brochure showcases the presence and impact of the European investorsThis brochure showcases the presence and impact of the European investorsin Cabo Verde. This analysis, made by the EU mission to Cabo Verde, containsindicative data, provided on a voluntary basis by the companies, on key EUCaboVerde partners; investment characteristics; economic impact; Corporate SocialResponsibility; barriers and opportunities for investment.

The European Union and Cabo Verde have been close partners for more than 14 years,The European Union and Cabo Verde have been close partners for more than 14 years,since the signature of the Special Partnership in 2007. Since then, both have been workinghand in hand, bringing prosperity to its citizens and building a close relationship in political,social, cultural and economic matters.

As the country’s largest trading and investment partner, the European Union wishes toAs the country’s largest trading and investment partner, the European Union wishes topromote a favorable business climate to foster a sustainable and inclusive economy. Tothis end, mapping out the EU business presence in- country is a step towards strengtheningthe potential of the private sector in the Cabo Verdean economy, in line with the national«Cabo Verde 2030 ambition» and EU-Africa Partnership for Sustainable Growth and Jobs.

By identifying and analysing the presence of the European investors in the archipelago, weBy identifying and analysing the presence of the European investors in the archipelago, wecan develop, together with the Government and the main stakeholders, instruments andmechanisms to promote public-private dialogue and takle investment barriers. This willhelp us to achieve a more dynamic and diversified economy, where the private sector canstrengthen inclusive growth and sustainable jobs.

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