In this section, you will find a country brief with an economic overview and highlighted business opportunities, and market research in key areas of focus for New Zealand companies doing business in Italy.
Italy country brief
Italy is the world’s seventh largest industrial economy and the fourth largest in the European Union (EU).
It’s a large and rich market where personal relationships are extremely important. Some form of local presence is generally required to be successful.
Agricultural products dominate New Zealand’s exports to Italy, particularly leather, hides and skins.