At the 2025 Trento Festival of Economics, the panel “The Decline of Fertility in Italy and the World” brought together 2000 Nobel Laureate James Heckman and journalist of Il Sole 24 Ore Maria Latella to discuss the pressing issue of declining birth rates. The event, held at the Sala di...

At the heart of the 2025 Trento Festival of Economics, the “Fitoussi Lecture” offered a moment of deep reflection on Europe’s contemporary challenges. Titled “Our Alliances and Differences”, the event brought together Lisa Fitoussi, daughter of the economist; and Edmund Phelps,...

In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming economies and societies, the panel “The Endless Struggle Between Power and Progress in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” at the 2025 Trento Festival of Economics delved into the complex interplay between technological...

In a global landscape increasingly shaped by geopolitical tensions and intensifying industrial competition, the panel “The Global Industrial Situation and Cooperation between the USA, China, and Europe” at the 2025 Trento Festival of Economics explored the key dynamics driving the...

At the Trento Festival of Economics, a panel tackled a pressing but often overlooked issue: why has Europe consistently failed to channel its vast savings into real investment? The conversation brought together sharp minds from finance and academia: Isabella Bufacchi, Il Sole 24 Ore’s...

At the Trento Festival of Economics, an engaging lecture brought together leading experts to explore the relationship between innovation, inclusion, and sustainable economic growth. The session featured Laura La Posta, Managing Editor and Head of Special Reports at Il Sole 24 Ore; Alberto...

At the 20th edition of the Trento Festival of Economics, the panel titled "Data Colonizers” delved into Europe's position in the global landscape. The discussion featured prominent figures including Alberto Barachini, Undersecretary to the Prime Minister with responsibility for...

At the Trento Festival of Economics a packed cinema welcomed the panel “European economic policy in the Trump era”, with speakers including Riccardo Barlaam (Il Sole 24 Ore), Lilia Cavallari (Parliamentary Budget Office), Marco Fortis (Edison Foundation), Nazzarena Franco (DHL Express...

As part of the 20th edition of the Festival of Economics, this panel delved into the shifting geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East. It featured Pejman Abdolmohammadi, an Associate Professor at the University of Trento and Middle East expert; Paolo Magri, President of the ISPI Scientific...

At a time of geopolitical instability, Europe faces defining choices. This high-level panel, held at Teatro Sociale as part of the 20th edition of the Trento Festival of Economics, brought together key figures: Sylvie Goulard, former French Minister of Defense and Vice-Chair at Bocconi’s...

The 20th edition of the Trento Festival of Economics officially opened with a ceremony held at Teatro Sociale, gathering prominent voices from the worlds of journalism, academia, local government, and business. The event was introduced and moderated by Marta Cagnola and Rosalba Reggio of Il...

AI and technology were at the core of the conference “Why Germany has stalled – and how to kick-start growth again (there and elsewhere too)”, which took place at Sala Depero during the 20th edition of the Trento Festival of Economics. Laura La Posta, managing director of Il Sole 24...

“The Asia wager” was the title of the panel discussion that took place at a crowded Cinema Vittoria during the 20th edition of the Trento Festival of Economics. Several speakers took the stage: Roberta Casali, Vice President of the Asian Development Bank; Professor Yang Wang from the...

“What future is there for Gaza” was the compelling question behind the event on stage at Teatro Sociale on its opening day, the 22nd of May. Dr. Mohammed Abu Mughaisib - Deputy Medical Coordinator (Médecins Sans Frontières), in live streaming from Gaza, Gad Lerner, Italian journalist...

This year’s Trento Festival of Economics will be a special edition, dedicated to exploring the future of Europe, while also celebrating two important milestones: 20 years of the Festival and 160 years of Il Sole 24 Ore. Six Nobel Laureates, 16 Ministers, 107 speakers from the academic...

Fuori Festival 2025 focuses on young people and proposes a programme full of events, workshops, and debates designed to stimulate and support innovative ideas that blend education with intelligent entertainment. This diverse range of formats is designed to engage audiences of all...