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3. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova A strategic position in Europe and in the Mediterranean Sea Located in the hearth of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy is the main crossway linking southern Europe to the rest of the continent. The strategic position makes the country a perfect meeting point for land, sea and air routes. The great strength of the Italian Economy: Small and Medium Enterprises With over 5 million companies the Italian production network is based on a strong entrepreneurial culture, creating high quality products in various economic sectors and able to compete in international markets. Why invest in Italy?

4. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova Countless opportunities for expanding companies Italy is the 4 th largest economy in EU with a potential market of almost 60 million consumers. The market for innovative services is wide (more than 30 million internet users). The Italian market offers countless opportunities to expand business in strategic sectors such as logistics, tourism, renewable energies, green tech and bio tech products. High qualified human resources Italy ranks 2 nd in Europe in terms of manufacturing companies with a skilled workforce praised at international level, contributing to the high quality of Made-in Italy. Italy ranks 6 th for granted patents and 4 th for registered trademarks among G12 countries. Why invest in Italy?

5. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova Quality of life and lifestyle Standard of living in Italy is excellent. Superior health and education provision, endless opportunities in beautiful landscape and a vibrant cultural country. Italy has the largest number of World Heritage (UNESCO) sites in Europe. Important economic reforms and new opportunities Last, but not least, the international crisis that has involved also Italy, has brought important economic reforms in the country in year 2011 and 2012. The new designed context will create a significant competitive advantage in future years. Many well known Italian companies are looking for international partners and international expansion in these years. These are an exceptional investment opportunity. Why invest in Italy?

6. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova Italy, areas to invest: General consumer quality and innovative products: Italy represents a market of over 60 million consumers JV with existing well known Made in Italy manufacturing companies: these are looking for stronger financial structure and international expansion Renewable energy, Hi Tech fields Tourism Why invest in Italy?

7. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova Facts and figures Area: 301.338 sq. km Population (thousands): 60.813 (2011) Currency: Euro GDP: 1.424,57 Billion Euro (2011) GDP per capita: 24 thousands Euro ca. (2011) Sources : ISTAT, Invitalia Why invest in Portugal?

8. International Management and Business Administration Alberto Canova Thank you for your attention! InterGest Italy Corso Buenos Aires 64/a (1st Floor) 20124 Milano Italy Phone : +39 02 29 406 034 Fax:+39 02 700 525 299 info.italy@intergest.com www.intergest.com/italy