U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo held a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to delve into various aspects of the U.S.-Italy commercial relationship and cooperation within the G7. The discussions also touched upon critical transatlantic issues of concern.
During the meeting, Secretary Raimondo emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Italy commercial relationship, stating, "Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss the U.S.-Italy commercial relationship and cooperation within the G7."
Furthermore, the discussions extended to key transatlantic issues, where Secretary Raimondo highlighted the topics of bilateral investment, support for Ukraine, and collaboration on artificial intelligence, stating, "Secretary Raimondo also discussed transatlantic issues of concern, which included bilateral investment, support for Ukraine, and collaboration on artificial intelligence."
The meeting between Secretary Raimondo and Prime Minister Meloni underscores the significance of continued dialogue and collaboration between the United States and Italy on various economic and geopolitical fronts.
