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EIB and CDP renew strategic partnership to drive sustainable growth in Italy

A landmark deal between Europe's top financial institutions aims to reshape Italy's economic future. Can this partnership unlock billions for green and digital innovation?

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EIB and CDP renew strategic partnership to drive sustainable growth in Italy

The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their strategic partnership. The agreement aims to boost investment and collaboration across Italy and beyond, with a focus on sustainable growth and innovation. Senior officials from both institutions formalised the deal during the EIB Forum in Luxembourg.

The MoU was signed by EIB Vice-President Gelsomina Vigliotti, EIF Chief Executive Marjut Falkstedt, and CDP CEO Dario Scannapieco. It establishes a broad framework for joint action in project planning, funding, and implementation, both in Italy and internationally.

Under the agreement, the two organisations will develop new lending models and strengthen advisory services. They will also speed up investment in key sectors, including social and sustainable infrastructure, digitalisation, climate action, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises. Efforts will align with CDP’s 2025-2027 Strategic Plan and the EIB Group’s 2024-2027 Strategic Roadmap. The partnership will optimise the use of regional, national, and EU resources, leveraging platforms like InvestEU and advisory mandates. Cooperation will extend to EIB Global, targeting high-impact projects in partner countries to support Italy’s international commitments. Vigliotti highlighted the agreement as a significant step forward for the EIB and CDP’s collaboration in strengthening the Italian economy. Scannapieco added that the renewed partnership reinforces CDP’s mission to foster sustainable and resilient growth beyond national borders.

The strengthened alliance will focus on accelerating investment pipelines and improving coordination between the EIB Group and CDP. By combining resources and expertise, the institutions aim to deliver tangible results in priority sectors while supporting Italy’s economic and international objectives.

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