Italy–China Technological Cooperation: a new phase for innovation, industry and capital

The Italy China technological cooperation is experiencing a strong acceleration, driven by the shared intention of both countries to develop joint projects in high-tech sectors. The institutional and business mission involving Hangzhou and Changshu confirmed the potential of partnerships capable of combining research, production capabilities and advanced expertise across pharmaceuticals, automotive, textiles, artificial intelligence and robotics.

The initiative was organized by Livolsi & Partners, active since 1999 in financial advisory. With solid economic, industrial and relational competencies, the firm designs tailored solutions to support the growth of Italian companies in both national and international contexts, facilitating engagement with public and private stakeholders and enabling the execution of complex development projects.

Within this framework, e-Novia contributed as an enabler of international ecosystems, actively participating in the Finance Session, which focused on investment tools supporting deep-tech technologies and emerging industrial models.

A changing landscape: why Italy and China are accelerating innovation

The Italy China technological cooperation is evolving within a geopolitical and economic environment that increasingly requires collaboration in high-tech sectors.
The Yangtze River Delta, encompassing Hangzhou, Changshu and Shanghai, is today one of the world’s most advanced hubs for automation, AI, robotics and smart manufacturing, offering an ideal ecosystem for developing technological innovation between Italy and China.

For Italian companies, this means accessing a dynamic environment where research, production and digitalization advance in an integrated way, creating concrete opportunities for industrial cooperation.

The Italy–China Forum: a bridge between institutions, companies and research centers

The Forum, coordinated by Livolsi & Partners, provided a structured platform for dialogue between governmental delegations, universities, research institutes and companies from both countries. Through institutional sessions, visits to technology districts and B2B meetings, the initiative strengthened new models of Italy–China cooperation on innovation.

The program included:

• presentations of high-tech districts and industrial parks
• B2B meetings in the pharma, automotive, fashion tech, robotics and AI sectors
• signing of Memoranda of Understanding in industrial and educational fields
• institutional visits to research centers in the Hangzhou and Changshu areas

e-Novia’s contribution to the Finance Session

On the opening day, e-Novia took part in the Finance Session, organized by Livolsi & Partners and dedicated to financial instruments and investment models for technological and industrial cooperation.

During the session, the Hangzhou section of the Italy–China Investment Fund was presented, designed to support:

• co-investments between Italian and Chinese companies
• the development of deep-tech technologies
• partnerships in AI, robotics and digital manufacturing
• collaboration with universities and research centers

e-Novia’s involvement is fully aligned with its role as a Venture Studio, connecting industry, capital and technology to transform high-potential ideas into scalable solutions.

Hangzhou and Changshu: strategic hubs for innovation

Hangzhou: AI, digital economy and advanced manufacturing

The Italian delegation visited districts specialized in the digital economy, robotics and artificial intelligence, exploring new opportunities for technological cooperation between Italy and China.

Changshu: high-tech zones and emerging industrial supply chains

In Changshu, institutional sessions and B2B meetings focused on jointly developing new industrial models across automotive, components, pharmaceuticals and advanced production systems.

Opportunities for Italian companies

Thanks to the Italy China technological cooperation, Italian companies can:

• collaborate with one of the world’s most advanced technological ecosystems
• co-develop deep-tech and Physical AI solutions
• access financial instruments dedicated to innovation
• engage with high-value industrial districts
• build partnerships with leading universities and research institutions

This collaboration enables shared industrial development grounded in complementarity and a long-term strategic vision.

e-Novia as an enabler of international ecosystems

e-Novia’s participation in the Forum reinforces its mission: combining technology, industry and capital to generate real impact.

Through its Venture Studio and its expertise in Physical AI, e-Novia supports companies and innovators in developing intelligent products, deep-tech startups and solutions capable of transforming technology-intensive sectors.

In a global context where international partnerships have become decisive competitive levers, e-Novia continues to build bridges between ecosystems, enabling joint technological and industrial growth.

Discover how e-Novia supports companies and innovators in developing deep-tech technologies and building high-value international partnerships through its Venture Studio.