Dear friends, The European Union is about bringing different nationalities together. The mix of cultures and languages was a major factor in making our working lives rich. And we find this mix again, as many gather from different countries for the annual Assises of AIACE International. In 2013, these will be in Porto. I am told it is a delightful place - I look forward to discovering it and the neighbourhood. But I look forward even more to rediscovering the joy of being again in a mix of nationalities. The Bureau invites you to join us and many more. We have tried to offer a wider range of possibilities for booking. We also have interesting speakers, and a good programme. Espero ter o prazer de lá o encontrar! Richard Hay President of AIACE International