Apr. 14 – The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) created in 1987, thanks to an agreement with the Italian government, UNIDO ITPO (the Office for the promotion of technological innovation and investments), based in Rome and directed since 2004 by Diana Battaggia. Since its foundation, UNIDO ITPO Italy launched specific programs for industrial development aimed at involving various sectors in which Italy excels: agro-food, textiles, leather – footwear, environment and renewable energy… With this goal in mind, UNIDO ITPO Italy is organizing Italy’s participation in the second edition of the China Shanghai International Technology Fair, which will be held April 24-26 under the slogan “New technologies, new markets, new platform.” Held at the World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, the Fair will put on display the latest technological innovations in different areas, with the dual aim of facilitating the technological exchange between businesses and academia, and creating a global platform for research and technological innovation. “UNIDO ITPO Italy – says a statement – supports this initiative, which will show a unique international technological landscape. The event will involve several technological excellences from Italy: renewable bio- medical technologies, the latest materials in manufacturing, micromechanics and microelectronics technology, and the environment, all necessary elements for inclusive and sustainable industrial development.” Italian companies will have the opportunity to promote their products directly into the Southeast Asian market, and to participate in an international trade forum that protects intellectual property.
