New York – The institutional mission of Friuli Venezia Giulia in the United States concluded in New York with a meeting held at the Intesa Sanpaolo headquarters. Governor Massimiliano Fedriga and Regional Councillor for Productive Activities and Tourism Sergio Emidio Bini took the opportunity to present investment prospects in the region. The meeting was attended by Deputy Consul General of Italy in New York, Marta Mammana, Managing Director and Country Manager for the Americas for Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI CIB Division, Nicola Baiocchi Di Silvestri, as well as representatives from Italian and regional companies based in America and prominent think tanks like the Italian Leaders Group (Gei).

During the gathering, the governor highlighted Friuli Venezia Giulia's strong investment appeal, which stems from its strategic position, economic diversification, and substantial investments in development and innovation made in recent years, including reinforced ties with the United States. Fedriga explained that "Friuli Venezia Giulia offers a diverse array of investment opportunities thanks to its research and innovation infrastructure, strategic location, and steadily improving socio-economic framework. Sectors such as energy, industry 5.0, logistics, agrifood, and tourism will be key drivers of the region’s future economic growth." At the end of the event, Governor Fedriga reflected on the region's mission in the United States. (9colonne)