During his six-day state visit to China from November 7 to 12, Italian President Sergio Mattarella engaged in an exclusive interview with CMG's He Yanke, highlighting the strengthening of China-Italy ties. This marks Mattarella's second visit to China since taking office at the Quirinal Palace.
Reflecting on the long history of friendly exchanges between the two nations, Mattarella drew parallels to the ancient Silk Road and the enduring fascination sparked by Marco Polo's 13th-century travelogue. \"The future requires many more Marco Polos,\" he remarked, underscoring the need for continued exploration and collaboration.
At a time of unprecedented global changes, President Mattarella called for increased cooperation and openness. \"Shared challenges require global consensus and unity,\" he affirmed, emphasizing the importance of international partnerships in addressing common issues.
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Exclusive interview with Italian President Sergio Mattarella
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