Abstract
The article examines the role of central government, regional plans and city plans which comprise the institutional framework for urban planning in Portugal. Particular attention is focused upon the strategic planning process adopted for Lisbon, currently being promoted by that municipality as the Atlantic capital of Europe. A number of strategic planning issues facing Lisbon are examined within the context of European urbanization, including urban growth, transport, housing, economic development and urban conservation/regeneration. The article assesses the current attempts by the city to implement a strategic plan for the capital, and comments on its future prospects. Considerable attention is currently focused upon Lisbon given its recent role as European City of Culture in 1994, and the urban regeneration initiatives associated with Expo 1998. Expo offers the possibility of improving and integrating the eastern side of the city with its central area and waterfront. The project is also linked to the construction of the new River Tagus bridge crossing. The article concludes that Lisbon has a clear sense of purpose and direction as a major European city
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