Collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the University of Parma, and ALMA for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World
“The Simple Gesture of a Never-Ending Story” is a collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the University of Parma, and ALMA – The International School of Italian Cuisine, for the 2025 edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World. The initiative is based on the scientific analysis of over […]
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With the project for a new gas pipeline Paraguay positions itself as a South American energy hub
The gas pipeline project connecting Argentina’s Vaca Muerta maxi-field to the Brazilian market will help establish Paraguay as a new energy hub in South America, strengthening regional energy integration. The project, with an estimated investment of approximately $2 billion, will span a 1,050-kilometre route, starting in Argentina (110 km), crossing the Paraguayan Chaco for 530 […]
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Morocco, a gateway for Gulf capital to Africa
There has been a significant increase in investment in recent years by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in Morocco, particularly in the strategic sectors of renewable energy, desalination and water security, as well as advanced logistics. Specifically, the total value of Emirates’ capital in the country has exceeded $30 billion, while Saudi Arabia and Qatar […]
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New Zealand, Prioritizing Energy Security
With the aim of mitigating the impact of energy costs, New Zealand has embarked on a path to strengthen its energy security. In a context of global transition and uncertainty, the New Zealand’s government is pursuing a diversified strategy that strongly focuses on renewables, while still leveraging fossil fuels as a guarantee of stability. The […]
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Sweden: from nuclear energy to green steel
Sweden remains a key player in the European and global mining sector, thanks to its abundant mineral deposits. The country exports metals and minerals to the European Union as well as to North Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, generating over EUR 5 billion in revenues in 2024, despite a 12% decline compared to […]
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Protecting Made in Italy products: a public-private alliance to assist Italian SMEs in promoting and protecting Made in Italy products worldwide
The official presentation and first training session of the “Intellectual Property Education Plan” project, born from an alliance between public and private entities to support SMEs in growing and protecting their products and brands, took place yesterday in Rome at the headquarters of the Italian Trade Agency (ITA). The initiative is the result of a synergistic collaboration […]
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Sustainability means quality: the new perception among Italian consumers
The three key drivers behind increased attention to sustainability are quality, concern, and ethics. This is the central finding of the report “Sustainability is quality”, conducted by Ipsos and the Symbola Foundation, which confirms current trends in the motivations leading individuals to adopt sustainable practices. Quality plays a decisive role for 69.6% of respondents, with […]
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Made in Italy packaging set to conquer the Tanzanian market
The packaging sector in Tanzania is experiencing solid growth. According to a market study on the Tanzanian packaging industry conducted by the Italian Trade Agency’s Office in Nairobi, with a market value of USD 370 million in 2024 and an annual growth rate of 3.9%, the country’s drive towards industrialisation is a key factor supporting […]
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Ethiopia set to launch a new international airport
Ethiopia is poised to further cement its role as a key hub for continental air transport through the ambitious and strategically significant construction of a second international airport in Bishoftu, located approximately 40 kilometres from the capital, Addis Ababa. Valued at an estimated USD 8 billion for its initial phase, the project is a cornerstone […]
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Bangladesh: a new dawn of reforms and opportunities for global investors
Determined to establish itself as a key player in the global economy with a renewed image, Bangladesh hosted its first-ever Investment Summit this past May. The event drew the attention of 3,500 participants, including 400 foreign investors from 50 countries, and showcased the country’s commitment to ambitious reforms, with transparency and the fight against corruption […]
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