Portugal has taken a strategic step by approving the National Artificial Intelligence Agenda (ANIA), formalised through Council of Ministers Resolution No. 2/2026. This initiative establishes a clear vision for the development and adoption of AI in the country up to 2030, in line with the National Digital Strategy.
ANIA is the result of a participatory process involving universities, companies, startups, SMEs, experts and citizens, reflecting a collaborative approach to shaping public policy for technological innovation.
According to the Government, artificial intelligence could have a significant economic impact, contributing to increased productivity and an estimated cumulative GDP growth of between €18 and €22 billion by 2030.
The strategy is structured around four key pillars: strengthening infrastructure and access to data; promoting innovation and the adoption of AI in both the public and private sectors; developing talent and specialised skills; and ensuring the ethical, safe and responsible use of the technology.
For startups and companies, this agenda creates a favourable framework for experimentation, investment and the scaling of AI-based solutions, reinforcing the role of technology as a driver of competitiveness and economic modernisation in Portugal.
Council of Ministers Resolution available here.