National Artificial Intelligence Agenda (ANIA)

National Artificial Intelligence Agenda

AI at the service of society and Portugal’s competitiveness

The National Artificial Intelligence Agenda (ANIA) is part of Action #20 of the 2026–27 Action Plan of the Portugal Digital Strategy, serving as the main instrument to implement the country’s national ambition in AI. ANIA aims to leverage AI ethically and responsibly to position Portugal at the forefront of European competitiveness and productivity, ensuring that this progress delivers a positive societal impact and public value – better wages, improved public services, and higher quality of life.

National Artificial Intelligence Agenda

The documents

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National AI Agenda

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Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 2/2026

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National Artificial Intelligence Agenda

Areas of Action

ANIA is operationalized through 32 initiatives, involving public policies across the entire ecosystem – universities, research centers, companies (including startups), and Public Administration.

I. Infrastructure and Data

Ensure that Portugal develops strategic computing capacity and a robust data economy, reducing external dependency.

II. Innovation and Adoption

Protect fundamental AI research and accelerate AI adoption across the economy, particularly within the Public Administration and SMEs.

III. Talent and Skills

Ensure that Portugal trains, attracts, mobilizes, and retains talent at the scale necessary to sustain the country’s competitiveness.

IV. Responsibility and Ethics

Promote a responsible AI research and development ecosystem and an effective and efficient regulatory framework that protects citizens while enabling business innovation.

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Additional Contents

Estratégia Digital Nacional – Plano de Ação 2026-2027

Consulte o documento do Plano de Ação 2026-2027, publicado no dia 29 de dezembro de 2025.