The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria Participates in the 27th Meeting of the Secretaries General of the Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad in Rome

From 8 to 10 October 2026, Rome hosted the 27th Meeting of the Secretaries General of the Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad (CCIE), organised by Assocamerestero. The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria (CCIB) also participated in the annual gathering, represented by its Secretary General, Anselmo Caporossi.

The event brought together representatives of the network of 86 Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad operating in 64 countries, providing an opportunity to exchange strategies, experiences and best practices while strengthening cooperation with Italian institutions and key stakeholders of the Italian business and institutional network.

Institutional Dialogue and Strategic Priorities

The opening day on 8 October, held at the Roma Eventi-Spagna Conference Centre, featured contributions from Mario Pozza, President of Assocamerestero, and Hon. Nicola Carè, President of the Parliamentary Intergroup for the Promotion of Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad, followed by representatives of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI).

Discussions focused on the strategic role of the Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad in supporting Italian companies entering and expanding into international markets, strengthening cooperation with Unioncamere and the Italian Chamber of Commerce system, and developing joint initiatives to promote Made in Italy worldwide.

Networking and New Opportunities for Cooperation

A significant part of the programme was dedicated to operational meetings and exchanges between the Secretaries General and representatives of Italian institutions and business organisations.

Networking sessions encouraged dialogue with Italian Chambers of Commerce, regional authorities, development agencies, business associations, universities and organisations supporting internationalisation, with the aim of identifying new opportunities for cooperation and developing joint projects.

The programme also addressed the network’s strategic development, the improvement of business support services and the enhancement of professional skills, with particular attention to the evolving needs of international markets.

Innovation, European Projects and New Skills

The Meeting also provided opportunities to explore digital innovation, European project development, educational mobility and professional skills development, increasingly relevant areas for the future of the Chamber of Commerce network.

Special attention was given to artificial intelligence and its potential applications in organisational processes, institutional communication and the development of services for businesses.

The training sessions offered opportunities to exchange tools, methodologies and innovative approaches, contributing to a more integrated, dynamic and business-oriented international Chamber network.

The Commitment of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria

Participation in the 27th Meeting reaffirmed the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria’s commitment to strengthening relations with Italian institutions and fellow Chambers within the international network, encouraging the exchange of experiences and the development of new partnerships.

Through its activities, CCIB continues to support business internationalisation, bilateral trade and stronger economic relations between Italy and Bulgaria, making full use of the opportunities provided by institutional cooperation and the international Chamber network.

The Chamber extends its appreciation to Assocamerestero for organising the event and to all representatives of the Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad for the valuable opportunities for dialogue and cooperation.