Puglia Chosen as Host for Prestigious G7 Summit in 2024
Exciting news for Puglia! The Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, has just announced that the G7 summit of 2024 will be held in this beautiful region. The announcement came during the final press conference of this year's G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan.
The G7 summit is a gathering of the world's most influential leaders, including those from the United States, France, Great Britain, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Canada. This prestigious event, open to other important international countries as well, will take place in mid-June, with the exact location yet to be determined.
Italy has the honour of hosting the 2024 edition, coinciding with its own year of Presidency of the group. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her enthusiasm for choosing Puglia as the venue, highlighting the region's significance as a bridge between the West and the East. She aims to bring the spotlight to the southern part of Italy, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and representing the diverse cultural heritage of the country.
The Governor of Puglia, Michele Emiliano, met the announcement with great satisfaction. He received a call from Prime Minister Meloni just before the press conference, personally informing him of the decision. Governor Emiliano expressed his gratitude for the recognition and praised the Italian government for choosing Puglia. He sees it as a testament to the region's commitment to fostering dialogue between different cultures and its ability to warmly welcome people worldwide.
Puglia has a track record of hosting significant international events. In 2017, Bari served as the headquarters for the financial G7, while the capital city of the region acted as the logistics and hospitality hub for the Foreign G20 in Matera. These successful experiences have undoubtedly prepared Puglia for the grand task of organizing the G7 summit in 2024.
The people of Puglia are thrilled about this opportunity and are ready to showcase their region's beauty, charm, and hospitality to the world. With their unwavering dedication and energy, they aim to make Italy shine and create an unforgettable experience for all the leaders and delegates attending the G7 summit.
