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- Soft power e diplomacia pública : a afirmação de portugal na comunidade internacional : uma proposta de análise em complemento ao ranking global soft power index 2022Publication . Ventura, Júlio Afonso Sampaio e; Franco, LíviaA presente dissertação versa sobre o Soft Power, conceito cunhado por Joseph Nye, na sua obra “Bound To Lead: The Changing Nature of American Power” (Nye, 1990), uma forma de exercício do poder nas relações internacionais, sendo considerada, tal como a diplomacia, uma ferramenta da Política Externa do Estado. Diante deste trajeto, procuraremos apresentar e criticar o desempenho de Portugal, em torno de Soft Power. O presente trabalho desenvolve-se em três capítulos, tal como referido no índice. Pretendemos apresentar e analisar os ativos da Política Externa Portuguesa, desde a instauração do período democrático de 1976, e como se revelam estratégicos para a afirmação de Portugal na comunidade internacional, nomeadamente no âmbito do Soft Power. Recorremos aos pilares e métricas propostas pelo Global Soft Power Index 2022, pelo seu grau de detalhe, desenvolvendo-as. Por conseguinte, analisaremos Portugal de acordo com os seguintes pilares de Soft Power: Cultura e Herança, Governação, Relações Internacionais, Negócios e Comércio, Media e Comunicação, Educação e Tecnologia e, Pessoas e Valores (Finance, 2022). Referiremos, comparativamente, determinados casos de sucesso de outros Estados, na generalidade das categorias, com vista a tirar lições, pela positiva, para Portugal. Por fim, encontrar-nos-emos em condições de formular, ao longo do trabalho, críticas e/ou recomendações a lançar em relação ao objeto de estudo, no caso português. Concluímos que o Soft Power, é uma forma de exercício do Poder útil para a Política Externa Portuguesa, tal como estrutural para o desenvolvimento e projeção da influência de Portugal, enquanto player na comunidade internacional.
- Economic diplomacy in the internationalisation process : case study Middle EastPublication . Pontes, Daniel Pereira; Samões, OrlandoThis dissertation presents a comprehensive study on the internationalisation process, focusing on Portuguese companies and the role of Economic Diplomacy in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). By exploring the experiences of Portuguese companies and their engagement in the Middle East market, this research contributes to the existing literature on internationalisation processes, Economic Diplomacy, and the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the Middle East. By employing the Focus Group research method, in-depth insights were gathered from key stakeholders, including top company executives, to provide a nuanced understanding of the internationalisation process. Internationalisation is a vital strategy for companies seeking growth and expansion in foreign markets. The Middle East, with its rapidly developing economies and diverse business opportunities, has become an attractive destination for companies looking to expand internationally. However, entering the Middle East market poses specific challenges. Effective Economic Diplomacy plays a crucial role in providing companies with the necessary support, resources, and market intelligence to overcome these challenges. The Gulf Cooperation Council countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are integral players in the Middle East. Understanding the dynamics within the GCC is essential for Portuguese companies seeking successful internationalisation in the Middle East. Through focus group discussions with Portuguese companies operating in the Middle East and key stakeholders in the region, this research aims to identify common patterns, best practices, and areas for improvement in the internationalisation process. The insights gained from this study provide valuable guidance to Portuguese companies, policymakers, and economic diplomats involved in promoting and facilitating international trade and investment. Overall, this dissertation sheds light on the internationalisation process, Economic Diplomacy, and the Middle East market, offering practical recommendations for collaboration and support to enhance the internationalisation efforts of Portuguese companies in the dynamic and complex Middle East region.
- The Israeli-Palestinian road towards peace : the Camp David-Taba case study, 2000-2001Publication . André, Mariana Portas Pereira Trindade; Coutinho, João PereiraThe Israeli and Palestinian narrative dispute has led to a foul conflict between the two. Each side’s narrative contains diametrically and incompatible interpretations of past and future. The presence of international and third-party actors also seems to play a contributing role. Although there have been several attempts towards peace resolution, each ended with a series of tactical mistakes and unforeseen developments that eventually led to the talk’s termination. The Oslo talks 2000-2001 process, in which Clinton’s Camp David conference produced the best basis for a potential IsraeliPalestinian agreement so far formulated, was no exception. With such a solid-ground proposal and (what seemed to be) strong hopes for diplomacy on both sides, what has led to the discourse of past and continuous peace talk attempts since Camp David and Taba brings about the focus of this thesis.