A brief retrospective look reveals a diversity and wealth of contributions and critical approaches that can only be a source of pride. Intercâmbio has managed, over the years, to assert itself among the various university publications of the same type, and has remained faithful to the challenge presented in the project of the first issue. The second series that begins here intends to reflect the reframing of the initial project in the light of current changes, both internal and external, in the nature of Portuguese-French cultural relations, and in the university expression of its new complexities.