The NKA joined the International Forum FICIS, being EVENT PARTNER of this initiative.

"Experts, cities and companies will meet in Braga, from 16 to 19 April to discuss strategies for smarter and sustainable communities. It is the International Forum FICIS, which, in addition to promoting the debate in this sector, reinforces the position of the city as centre of attraction.

Specifically dedicated to the theme "Intelligent and Sustainable Communities", the four-day event will enable an integrated view of various areas vital to the performance and urban innovation: energy, economy, urban regeneration, security, governance, technology and innovation, sustainability and mobility. The organization anticipates that the Forum gathers more than 5000 visitors. 

On the side of urban trends, the panel "The Future of Cities" will be attended by the local authorities of Braga Ricardo Rio, from Porto Rui Moreira and from Vigo (Spain), Abel Caballero Alvarez, the chairman of the Associação Nacional de Municípios de Portugal (National Association of Municipalities from Portugal), Manuel Machado, and the President of the Eixo Atlântico (Atlantic Axis), Carlos Negreira."