The story of an Italy that cooperates, that builds development partnerships and works with partners for shared growth and development, in Africa and across the rest of the world.
A collective effort involving thousands of Italian citizens who, every day, are committed to building a better, more sustainable and more inclusive world.
It is the great family of Italian Development Cooperation, a system made up of the daily work of public administrations, local authorities, universities and research centres, civil society organisations, businesses and international organisations which, together, contribute to strengthening Italy’s external action.
Development cooperation is an integral part of Italian foreign policy: it is a tool to build relationships, strengthen Italy’s role, jointly design high-impact initiatives with partner countries and deliver swift, effective and sustainable responses.
Italian Development Cooperation has entered a new phase: a model based on equitable partnerships, dialogue with partner countries, shared development and sustainable growth.
A form of cooperation that goes beyond the traditional logic of aid, in order to build lasting relationships, value local expertise and generate tangible impact.
We look forward to seeing you in Rome on 26 and 27 May 2026, together with representatives of institutions and the private sector, international and civil society organisations, as well as figures from the worlds of music, sport and entertainment. Together, to address the major global challenges of our time.
Registration: Coopera Conference 2026
