The International Conference 2025 on Ethics and Independence, organized by International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA), will take place at ISEG on 15 September.
Under the theme ‘Ethics and Independence in Auditing: Pillars of Resilience and Competitiveness in Times of Uncertainty’, the conference will bring together regulators, investors, standard setters, accounting and auditing firms and professional and business leaders. The objective is to analyse the central role of ethics in preserving trust and stability, as well as in supporting innovation in a context of disruption.
Keynote speakers include Maria Luís Albuquerque, European Commissioner for Financial Services and for the Union for Savings and Investments, Jean-Paul Servais, President of IOSCO, and Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, Minister of State and Finance of Portugal and professor at ISEG.
Participation is free, but seats are limited to the capacity of the room.
Further information and registration here
ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management is hosting the 82nd Annual Congress of the International Institute of Public Finance (IIPF), one of the world's most prestigious gatherings in the field of public finance.
Under the theme "Public Finances in Turmoil, The congress aims to bring together academics, researchers, and policymakers to discuss the challenges and uncertainties shaping public finances in an era marked by economic crises, geopolitical shifts, and structural transitions. The event seeks to contribute to the global debate on budgetary sustainability, tax reforms, and the role of the State in an unstable economic environment, further strengthening Lisbon's position as a center of excellence in economic and finance research.
The local organization is led by Antonio Afonso, Brigitte Ferreira, José Alves and João Pereira dos Santos, lecturers and researchers at ISEG. The Scientific Committee is chaired by Naomi Feldman, from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and Dirk Foremny, from the University of Barcelona.
Public finances are under increasing strain in many parts of the world, reflecting a combination of slowing growth, rising debt levels, and heightened uncertainty in global markets. Advanced economies face mounting fiscal pressures linked to aging populations, structural deficits, and the long-term costs of health and social programs. In emerging and developing economies, governments must manage more volatile revenue streams, limited access to financing, and the persistent effects of economic shocks. Across different country contexts, these pressures have challenged established policy frameworks and raised new questions about the sustainability and effectiveness of current fiscal strategies. Given the high degree of global economic interconnectedness, the difficulties countries face in maintaining stable public finances have implications that extend beyond national borders. Fiscal consolidation efforts, debt restructuring processes, and responses to inflation can affect trade patterns, investment flows, and development prospects worldwide. At the same time, this period of fiscal turbulence provides an opportunity to reassess policy tools, draw on new analytical insights, and learn from the varied experiences of countries confronting similar constraints.
The keynote lectures of the conference will consider these issues and explore how governments might adapt public finance practices to better address the challenges ahead.
The conference will also host several events such as a mentoring program for young scholars in the field, and a networking reception for female scholars.
Prospective contributors, both practitioners and academics, are invited to submit papers on any topic within the field of public economics. The papers to be presented at the IIPF Congress will be selected by the Scientific Committee. Only completed papers in PDF format will be considered. Non-IIPF members must pay a submission fee of €20. Presenting authors from lower-income countries may apply for potential travel grants (within the submission form).
Acceptance decisions will be communicated in April 2026. Decisions on contributions from participants who need to apply for a visa (please note this when submitting your paper on the platform) will be prioritized in the weeks after the submission deadline in order to facilitate the visa application process. Presenting authors of accepted papers are required to become members of the IIPF and to confirm their presentation by registering by June 1, 2026. Payment of the annual membership fee ensures a reduced registration rate. For more information about IIPF membership please visit www.iipf.org/mbshp.
Authors who wish to be considered for the IIPF Young Economists Award, the IIPF Peggy and Richard Musgrave Prize (both for authors under 40 years), or the International Tax and Public Finance PhD Student Prize should indicate this when submitting papers for presentation. More information on the awards is available at www.iipf.org/awards.
Selected papers from the 2026 IIPF Congress will be published in a special issue of International Tax and Public Finance. To be considered for publication in this issue, papers must be submitted to the journal by September 15, 2026.
| Deadline for Paper Submission | February 15, 2026 |
| Deadline for Payment of Membership or Submission Fee to the IIPF | February 15, 2026 |
| Notification of Paper Acceptance | early April, 2026 |
| Registration Start | early April, 2026 |
| Registration Deadline for Presenters | June 5, 2026 |
| Submission Deadline for ITAX special issue | September 15, 2026 |
Registration will be possible (with ConfTool account) as from April 2026 here.
| Regular Fee (deadline for presenters until June 5, 2026) | Late fee (deadline only for non-presenting participants after June 5, 2026) | |
| Registration Members | 425 € | 500 € |
| Registration Non-Members (only for non-presenting participants) | 575 € | 650 € |
| PhD students (lower rate) | 200 € | 250 € |
| Accompanying | 210 € | 210 € |
The conference fee includes coffee breaks and lunches on all three days of the Congress, welcome reception, social event and conference dinner (August 26). (Note: Insurance, accommodation, and travel costs are not included in the conference fee.)
Presenting authors of accepted papers are required to be or become members of the IIPF (annual fee: 120 € / reduced: 72 €) and to confirm their presentation by registering by June 1, 2026. Payment of the annual membership fee ensures a reduced registration rate.
Cancellation policy: If participants need to cancel the registration, they will receive a 50% refund if they cancel until July 20, 2026 (50% cancellation fee). After July 20, 2026, no refund will be provided (100% cancellation fee).
Here are some suggestions, chosen for their proximity to the congress venue:
⭐ 4 stars
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📍900m from ISEG
🚶♀️13 min walking distance or bus 713
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🚶♀️14 min walking distance or bus 706/727
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📍1.2km from ISEG
🚶♀️17 min walking distance or bus 706
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🚶♀️14 min walking distance or bus 773/706/727
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🚶♀️27 min walking distance or bus 706/727
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🚶♀️12 min walking distance or bus 727/706
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📍 350 m from ISEG
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🚍 727 (10-15 min)
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🚶♀️ 12 min walking distance
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📍 1.5 km from ISEG
🚶♀️ 20 min walking distance
🚋 28E | 🚍 774, 706
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📍 1.3 km from ISEG
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🚋 28E | 🚍 774
⭐ 2 stars
100-150€/night
📍 1.6 km from ISEG
🚶♀️ 22 min walking distance
🚍 Transportation: 706 or 714
You can find a large number of Hostels in Lisbon
The International Institute of Public Finance (IIPF) is the world organization of public finance economists, comprising approximately 500 members from over 50 countries. In an increasingly specialized academic field, the IIPF seeks to generate intellectual interchanges among public finance experts. The Institute's annual congress is the main forum for its activities, which include organizing academic events, promoting the exchange of knowledge between academics and practitioners of all nationalities, and awarding prizes for outstanding academic achievements.
The congress also provides an opportunity for the IIPF governing bodies to convene (Board of Management, General Assembly of Members). The IIPF is currently administered by an Executive Committee consisting of President James R. Hines (University of Michigan, US) and two Vice Presidents, Sara LaLumia (Williams College, US) and Claus Thustrup Kreiner (University of Copenhagen, Denmark). The legal and administrative seat of the non-profit organization IIPF is in Munich, Germany.
Further information is available at www.iipf.org.
Lisbon is the beautiful 2 000 years old capital of Portugal, which is one of the most charismatic and vibrant cities of Europe. The traditional heritage blends with remarkable modernism and progressive thinking.
There are countless experiences waiting for you:
Explore Historic Neighborhoods
Wander through Alfama, Bairro Alto, and Chiado, where narrow streets, colorful tiles, and hidden viewpoints tell the story of Lisbon's past.
Enjoy the Local Cuisine
Taste traditional Portuguese dishes such as bacalhau à brás or grilled sardines, and don't miss the famous pastéis de bacalhau and pastéis de nata.
Discover Iconic Landmarks
Visit Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoveries for a glimpse into Portugal's maritime history.
Take in Panoramic Views
Climb the St. George Castle or relax at one of the many viewpoints (viewpoints) to enjoy breathtaking views over the city and the Tagus River.
Experience the Nightlife
Bairro Alto comes alive at night with bars, live music, and Fado performances-a unique way to experience Lisbon's musical soul.
Day Trips Around Lisbon
Consider short trips to Sintra, with its fairy-tale palaces, or Cascais and Estoril for beautiful beaches and seaside charm. Discover more about Lisbon here.
In case of administrative questions (registration, local arrangements) please contact us at iipf2026@iseg.ulisboa.pt (Brigitte Ferreira, local event manager)
In case of questions on the paper submission, submission/membership fees, IIPF in general, please contact hebele@iipf.org (Barbara Hebele, IIPF Administration Manager)
ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management
R. Francesinhas 21, 1200-675 Lisboa
The ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management, the SOCIUS/ISEG Research , together with the EIM - Environment, Innovation and Management organize conference PRSDA 2025 - Innovation-Driven Environmental Management and Regional Sustainabilityon July 18th, 2025.
The conference, to be held at ISEG, aims to discuss innovative strategies for environmental management and regional sustainability, with the support of Changsha University of Science and Technology team and Pacific Rim Sustainable Development Association.
The event will be attended by professors Mariya Gubareva and Tiago Cardão-Pitofrom ISEG, and a PhD student in Economics from ISEG, Yu-Jie Liang.
Programme here.
Participation in the conference sessions is free, subject only to room capacity. The social program, however, is for invited guests only.
The European project Erasmus+ Wonder Commonlands, of which ISEG is a partner, will hold, on 25, 26 and 30 June, its third webinar. The initiative will be dedicated to the specificities of commonlands as models of community management of natural resources, seeking to reconcile environmental conservation with the lives of the communities that depend upon them.
Several community spaces projects that are led by women will be presented, showing how they have managed to make the most of their resources by generating income, promoting generational renewal and halting depopulation.
Taking these good practices as a starting point, the strengths and weaknesses of the commonlandsapproach will be analysed, with the objective of developing stable economic activities and preparing some initial common proposals on how to regain the involvement of the community -- especially women and young people -- for the use of their resources.
Special attention will be paid to the obstacles women face when making decisions and when directly monitoring the management and use of resources, as well as determining the potential of their more active participation and the need to adapt management to a gender perspective.
Program available on this link.
Register for the webinar here.
The CESA - Centre for Africa and Development Studies/ISEG Research is organising a seminar on Beyond the Security-Development Nexus: The risks and consequences of militarizing aid in Post-Conflict Development Programs, on 18 June, from 18.00 to 20.00, in the ISEG's Novo Banco Room (Quelhas, 4th Floor).
As part of the Development Studies Seminars 2025, the seminar will include as keynote speaker Asif DawarProfessor in the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies at the National Defense University in Pakistan.
The seminar will be held in English.
Free admission, subject to availability.
Further information available on this link.
On 18 June, an extraordinary session of the ISEG Research Seminars '25 will be held from 15.00 to 16.00, in Novo Banco Lecture Theatre (Quelhas, 4th Floor).
The webinar will feature Theophilos Papadimitriou and Periklis Gogasboth from the Democritus University of Thrace (Greece), who will present the article "An Introduction to Machine Learning for Economics and Explainable AI".
Free admission, subject to room capacity.
This seminar provides an introductory overview of the fundamental concepts of machine learning, along with current trends in the field - specifically, Explainable AI (XAI). It aims to provide foundational knowledge and highlight recent developments that are shaping the use of ML in economics.
The ADVANCE/ISEG Research is organising the CISTI 2025 - 20th Iberian Conference on Information Systems and Technologies, which will take place from June 16 to 19, at ISEG.
The conference will have as keynote speakers Manuela Aparicio, Vice-Rector for Education at NOVA IMS, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, who will talk on the subject of Gen AI in Education and Research, and Megha Bushan, from the Universidad de Seville (Spain), who will talk on the topic AI-Driven Quality Assurance: Enhancing Software Product Line Through Defect Management.
The programme of the conference will include:
Participation in the event is subject to prior registration.
Further information available HERE.
CESA - Centre for Africa and Development Studies/ISEG Research is organising the 'Slow Down or Perish: The Economics of Degrowth' seminar on June 23rd, from 18.00 to 20.00, in ISEG's Lecture Theatre 24 (Francesinhas 1 Building, 2nd Floor).
As part of the Development Studies Seminars 2025, the seminar will include as keynote speaker Timothée Parrique, economist and researcher at the Faculty of Business and Economics of the University of Lausanne in Switzerland.
The seminar will be held in English.
Free admission, subject to availability.
Further information available on this link.
As part of the celebrations for the 35th anniversary of the Economic Alumni of ISEG, will be held on June 26thand Portugal's Political and Economic Challenges" conference, part of the cycle of conferences "Where are the world, Europe and Portugal heading?".
The session will take place in the CGD Auditorium (Quelhas Building, 2nd Floor), and is scheduled to start at 6pm. António Mendonça, Augusto Mateus, Manuel Mira Godinho and Vitor Bento are speakers.
Free admission, subject to prior registration on this link.
In partnership with CEMAPRE / ISEG Research, ISEG is hosting the international conference Stochastics & Computational Finance 2025 - new trends from Academia to Real-World Applicationswhich takes place from September 2-5, 2025.
SCF 2025 will focus on cutting-edge research in financial and computational mathematicsIt will also highlight emerging and innovative areas. The event will bring together academics from top international research institutions and aims to be a bridge between theory and practice, addressing contemporary challenges such as the risk associated with climate change and sustainable finance.
The program includes plenary lectures, thematic sessions, mini-symposia and poster presentations.
Important dates:
More information is available at official conference website.