THE ADDRESS Magazine No.21 | Page 75

A striking oceanfront villa that reveals a sleek minimalist aesthetic in a generous streamlined design P ortugal is a country of contrasts, brimming with old-fashioned charm, medieval castles, cobblestoned villages, captivating cities and magnificent beaches. It is a land where the grandeur of the past and the excitement of the future live in harmony. Not only is Portugal a member of the European Union but also has ties with its own ex-colonies of Mozambique, Angola, Macau, Goa and Brazil. Portugal also has a close alliance with Britain, in fact the AngloPortuguese Alliance dates back to 1373 and is the oldest alliance in the world, still in force. Furthermore, it has one of the most attractive tax environments in the world and an excellent investor immigration programme. Portugal operates two programmes to encourage foreign investment: the Non-Habitual Residents regime aimed primarily at European buyers, and the Golden Residence Permit, which attracts largely Chinese, Angolan and Brazilian buyers. www.theaddressmagazine.com 75