Italy finds itself at a turning point. The economic, political, and social transformations of recent years have made it even more urgent to reflect on the direction the country is taking and on the ability of the Italian system to effectively address both global and domestic challenges.
This session brings together a panel of experts from the economic and institutional fields, who will offer a comprehensive analysis of the country’s current situation and future prospects. The goal is to build a shared and pragmatic vision of the key issues that must be addressed in order to relaunch growth, competitiveness, and social cohesion.

In particular, the discussion will explore:

• Italy’s positioning in the new global context: how the country is responding to a world marked by geopolitical tensions, technological competition, and new value chains; the risks and the room for maneuver available to national policy.
• Economic growth and productivity: the reforms still needed: the levers to boost investment, innovation, and industrial competitiveness; the role of fiscal policies, the labor market, and public administration.
• The major transitions – digital, energy, demographic: how Italy can turn these challenges into opportunities through strategic choices in key sectors such as AI, energy, sustainability, and the management of an aging population.
• Human capital, labor, and inequalities: labor market dynamics, the impact of brain drain, and the policies required to make the country more attractive and inclusive.
• A country moving at different speeds: territorial challenges and potential