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Italy-Croatia Ties Thrive: Luxury & Trade Boom
8 Nov
Summary
- Italian luxury goods exports exceeded 10% of global sales in 2025.
- Bilateral trade grew by 15% in the first half of 2026.
- Embassy supports Italian firms investing in the Croatian market.
Italian Ambassador Paolo Trichilo recently attended an economic promotion event in Rovinj, Croatia, titled "The Adriatic Perspective. A New Vision of Luxury & Hospitality." The conference, organized by Robb Report Italia, brought together leading Italian and Croatian companies.
Ambassador Trichilo emphasized the high regard for Italian luxury goods and services, noting they represented over 10% of Italy's global exports in 2025. He highlighted the strong bilateral economic ties, with trade increasing by 15% in the first half of 2026 compared to the previous year. Italy is now among Croatia's top trading partners and foreign investors.
The embassy, in collaboration with ICE-Agenzia and the Italian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce, is committed to supporting Italian businesses interested in the Croatian market. Numerous promotional activities are planned to showcase Italian excellence in design, fashion, cuisine, and other sectors, fostering "diplomacy of growth."
