Italy can serve as a bridge between East and West

President Sergio Mattarella's visit to China from Thursday to Tuesday, his second in seven years, marks a pivotal chapter in Sino-Italian relations. As a leader with established international credibility and diplomatic integrity, Mattarella possesses the unique ability to foster dialogue and cooperation, strengthened by his rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Amid global geopolitical complexity, Italy finds itself in a privileged position, capable of acting as a bridge between the East and West due to its European identity and strong relations with both China and the United States. In this role, Italy not only serves as a cultural and…