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Tuttofood fair opens. Image : Getty Images

Tuttofood 2025 – Innovation in Italy’s Agri-Food Sector

May 5, 2025May 5, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Tuttofood 2025 – Innovation in Italy’s Agri-Food Sector

The international food and beverage fair Tuttofood opened this week at Fiera Milano Rho. Organisers and stakeholders praised the event’s role in reaffirming the strength and innovation of Italy’s agri-food sector.

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Italy's GDP increased slightly in q3 2022 GDP growth in Q1 2025

Small GDP growth in first quarter of 2025 and inflation rises to 2%

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Small GDP growth in first quarter of 2025 and inflation rises to 2%

Italy’s economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the final three months of 2024, according to preliminary data released on Wednesday by national statistics agency Istat. The year-on-year growth rate stood at 0.6%, with a carry-over annual GDP growth of 0.4%.

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real wages are on the rise, says Meloni

Meloni says there is growth in real wages

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Meloni says there is growth in real wages

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni claims real wages are finally rising in Italy, reversing a decade-long decline in purchasing power. Her remarks came in a video statement released after a cabinet meeting on Tuesday.

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Italy marks Labour Day with renewed focus on workplace safety

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italy marks Labour Day with renewed focus on workplace safety

On the eve of Labour Day, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced over €1.2 billion in funding to improve workplace safety in Italy. The country continues to grapple with a rising number of fatal accidents on the job.

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Meloni and Trump (pictured) say they are certain they can reach an agreement on trade tariffs. Image credit: Palazzo Chiggi The relationship has now soured considerably.

Meloni and Trump seek agreement on trade tariffs

April 18, 2025April 18, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Meloni and Trump seek agreement on trade tariffs

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in reaching an agreement on trade tariffs during a meeting at the White House on Thursday.

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Bialetti, famous for their moka pots, is being sold to a Chineses-backed investment fund. Image credit: Bialetti

Bialetti to be sold to Chinese-backed Investment Fund

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Bialetti to be sold to Chinese-backed Investment Fund

Italian coffee icon Bialetti, known for its moka pots, is being sold to a Luxembourg-based investment firm linked to China. Founded in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti in Crusinallo, Piedmont, the company revolutionised home coffee making with its distinctive aluminium design.

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Canned tomatoes are a worldwide success for Italy. Image shows tomatoes and the National Made in Italy logo

Italian Canned Tomatoes Celebrate Global Success

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italian Canned Tomatoes Celebrate Global Success

Naples, 15 April 2025 – The canned tomatoes sector continues to shine as a Made in Italy success story worldwide. On the second National Made in Italy Day, ANICAV shared data confirming the tomato’s growing export success.

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prostitution now has economic classification by Italian statistics service. Image shows women talking at car window

ISTAT adds category for escorts and prostitution

April 13, 2025April 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on ISTAT adds category for escorts and prostitution

Italy’s national statistics agency, ISTAT, has introduced a new category in its updated ATECO classification system that includes activities such as escort services and prostitution-related services.

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Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni. © Filippo Attili, Palazzo Chigi press office via AFP Meloni will visit US President Trump on 17th April to discuss tariffs

Meloni to meet Trump in Washington over EU-US tariffs

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Meloni to meet Trump in Washington over EU-US tariffs

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni will travel to Washington on 17 April for talks with US President Donald Trump. The meeting aims to address US tariffs on EU imports and prevent a possible trade war.

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EU tariffs in response to Trump’s duties to begin 15 April

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on EU tariffs in response to Trump’s duties to begin 15 April

The European Union will begin applying duties to a list of US goods from 15 April, Italy’s foreign minister confirmed Monday. Antonio Tajani, who also serves as deputy prime minister, said the list would be finalised between Monday evening and Tuesday.

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