In celebration of the 21st anniversary of the China-Italy Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Yangpu is actively diversifying overseas investment channels with the Italian Innovation Center as a pivotal platform. By harnessing the unique cultural and innovative strengths of both sides, the district is not only broadening trade and investment opportunities but also pioneering new collaborative ventures and deepening cultural connections, to build a robust bridge for China-Italy friendship and collaboration.

Recently, coordinated by the Italian Innovation Center, Yangpu welcomed Stefano Prior, President and Founder of the China-Italy Promotion Association, and his partners, who led a delegation of Italian entrepreneurs on a visit to Yangpu. Their agenda included tours of local enterprises and in-depth discussions on issues such as Italy's investment in China, cultural exchanges, and tourism cooperation.

The Italian Innovation Center, inaugurated at Yangpu Riverside on January 13, 2024, stands as a beacon of collaboration. Serving as a pivotal conduit for multifaceted exchanges and collaboration between China and Italy, the center has garnered steadfast endorsement from Italian officials. Its mission is to foster mutual resource optimization, harness complementary strengths, and cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships across a wider array of domains. Together, it strives to carve out a fresh vista for cooperative endeavors and breathe new life into the amicable ties that bind our two nations.

As a hub facilitating Italian business investments and Chinese enterprises' global expansion, the Italian Innovation Center collaborates seamlessly with the Yangpu District People's Government to guarantee Italian companies the utmost favorable conditions for their ventures in China. Concurrently, the center empowers Chinese companies to gain deeper insights into the Italian market and actualize their international strategic footprints. Through tailored resource allocation, customized strategies, streamlined logistics frameworks, and comprehensive policy interpretation, the center delivers a one-stop service for companies seeking to venture beyond their borders.

The Italy (Europe) Business Incubator stands as another cornerstone of the Italian Innovation Center. Harnessing the robust research prowess of Yangpu, the center boasts state-of-the-art office equipment and a holistic service ecosystem, nurturing entrepreneurs as they translate visionary ideas into tangible offerings. Simultaneously, it fosters a collaborative arena for enterprises, propelling the exchange and dissemination of knowledge and technology, thereby expediting the commercialization of technological achievements.

Furthermore, the Italian Innovation Center acts as a cultural conduit between China and Italy. Through diverse cultural exchange initiatives, such as the China-Italy Cultural Carnival, it vividly exhibits the cultural, digital, and technological accomplishments of both countries, highlighting their unique cultural allure.

Looking ahead, Yangpu will capitalize on its accomplishments and practical experience in technological innovation and cultural creativity to further diversify its overseas investment channels. By tapping into the resources of investment partners like the Italian Innovation Center, the district aims to attract a greater influx of Italian enterprises to invest and establish their presence in Yangpu, thereby bolstering the friendly ties between China and Italy.