China touts Italy trade ties even as data casts doubt on rebalancing plan - Reuters

"We’re working to support our companies so they can operate more and more in such an interesting market as the Chinese one."

— Antonio Tajani , Politician

"And of course I will ask China and the Chinese government to lend a hand in building peace in the Middle East and also in Ukraine."

— Antonio Tajani , Politician

"China is ready to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with Italy and forge a more stable and fruitful comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries."

— Li Qiang , Politician

"Italy-China relations enjoy a good momentum of development, with continuous bilateral exchanges at all levels and positive progress in practical cooperation."

— Giorgia Meloni , Politician

"China is becoming a major global hub for innovation."

— Giuseppe Accogli , Executive

"China is not only the largest automotive market in the world, but also one of Marelli's most strategic and dynamic markets."

— Stefano Petrilli , Executive

"He said he enjoys watching Chinese films, noting that they offer a different perspective through which he can better understand China's history and culture."

— Giuseppe Tornatore , Celebrity

"We must remain open to the world, especially to China."

— Renata Cristina Mazzantini , Academic

"current levels are still below potential."

— Sergio Mattarella , Politician

"advocate for unity, peace, and mutual understanding."

— Xi Jinping , Politician

"importance of cultural diplomacy, honoring the 700th anniversary of Marco Polo’s death."

— Antonio Tajani , Politician