As part of the bilateral government summit between Italy and Serbia, which will take place on 31 January in Belgrade and feature Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, and numerous other Italian ministers meeting with their Serbian counterparts, the Italy-Serbia Business Forum will be held at the Palace of Serbia.
The event has already attracted over 200 Italian entrepreneurs and companies. Participants will engage in three thematic discussions: Circular Economy and Energy Transition, Agri-Tech and Industry 5.0, and Physical and Digital Infrastructure. Proceedings will be conducted in Italian and Serbian with simultaneous translation.
On the afternoon of 31 January, Italian companies will have the opportunity to engage in B2B meetings with Serbian counterparts and explore specific topics of interest with representatives of the Sistema Italia and Serbian governmental agencies.
The registration deadline for the Business Forum is 17 January, and applications must be submitted via the provided link.
In the past two years, Italy has refocused its efforts on the Western Balkans, particularly Serbia, the region’s leading country. Once destinations for mere production outsourcing, the nations in the area have assumed a role as partners of EU countries, both in terms of political stability and migration management, as well as serving as a bridge between the economic and geopolitical interests of the EU27 and those of various non-EU countries. Initiatives and tools implemented by the Belgrade offices of Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, SIMEST, and SACE have marked a significant step forward in terms of economic resources and investment planning capacity, from which Italian companies have only just begun to benefit.
The Forum will provide an opportunity to discover and delve into new investment sectors where Serbia is experiencing significant growth rates. The country’s overall economic growth, which approached 4% of GDP in 2024, also opens new opportunities in affluent consumption markets, particularly in Belgrade and Novi Sad. Serbia’s attainment of a BBB+ rating from Standard & Poor’s has placed it in the exclusive club of countries with medium-low investment risk, paving the way for capital market development and the increasingly structured and consistent presence of international investment funds. This scenario reflects an evolution in Serbia’s economy and image, presenting challenges for businesses seeking to invest in the country in terms of quality, scale, and investment returns over time.
For further information, interested parties can contact the ICE Agency in Rome, Europe and Africa Office:
Contacts: C. Campanile, S. Mangialavori, M. Mazzotta
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +39 6 5992 6892 / 6722 / 6303
Alternatively, contact the Belgrade office, directed by Antonio Ventresca:
Phone: +381 11 3629939
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