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German direct investment in Portugal grows but does not surpass China's
Publication: PÚBLICO
Author: publico@publico.pt
Source published: 08/11/2026, 07:15:00 UTC
Briefing created: 08/11/2026, 09:03:04 UTC
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Briefings
German direct investment in Portugal has grown significantly but remains below China's level, according to a 2026 report. Thorsten Kötschau, executive director of the Luso-Alemã Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated that German investment is deeply rooted in Portugal with long-term prospects. The evidence indicates a positive trend but does not quantify the exact growth rate or compare it directly to China's figures.
Key points
- German direct investment in Portugal is described as 'deeply rooted' with 'long-term prospects' by Thorsten Kötschau, director-executive of the Luso-Alemã Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- The evidence does not provide specific investment amounts, growth rates, or a direct comparison to China's investment levels.
Context
A 2026 report by the Luso-Alemã Chamber of Commerce and Industry highlights German investment in Portugal as a key economic indicator, though the specific figures and comparative data are not included in the provided evidence.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single quote from Thorsten Kötschau regarding the nature and outlook of German investment. Specific investment amounts, growth rates, or direct comparisons to China's investment levels are not provided in the source material.
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