Cape Verde 2013

Cape Verde
Looking seaward
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Economy
Good governance rewarded
Recognized as a model of democracy in Africa, Cape Verde builds on international credibility

Economy
Overcoming natural obstacles
Dispersed terrain and scarce resources have stimulated new development ideas in Cape Verde

Diplomacy
“We have a strong interest in developing relations with the Middle East”
José Maria Neves
Prime Minister

Agriculture & Fisheries
Looking seaward
Porto Grande, the famed port of Sao Vicente island, is spearheading the country’s transformation into a marine hub

Transport
“In 2012, we had two million passengers and we will invest $88 million in our terminals”
Mario Paixão
President of ASA

Agriculture & Fisheries
“The cluster has a holistic perspective and offers unexplored opportunities for business”
Franklim Spencer
President of ENAPOR

Agriculture & Fisheries
Reviving artisan fishing

Transport
The sky is the limit
Aviation expansion is an important part of Cape Verde’s modern history. The challenge today is to accommodate the rise of mass tourism

Tourism
Island-hopping in Cape Verde
With desert mountains, crystal clear waters, volcanoes, welcoming locals and an enchanting pirate-bedecked history, Cape Verde was destined for tourism

Education & Research
People come first
Education, public health care and combating poverty have been permanent public priorities for decades