Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) was part of a delegation that traveled to Italy this week to forge trade deals between the country and his state of Florida. The governor was one of 85 representatives from the Sunshine State who traveled to Europe hoping to develop a myriad of economic opportunities for his state,

On the second day of his five-day trade mission to Italy, Gov. Ron DeSantis met with the Italian Prime Minister and three top yacht makers before announcing the

Florida Commerce Secretary J. Alex Kelly noted that Viareggio is the epicenter of the world yacht-building industry and Florida is the epicenter of yacht-building outside of Italy making the project a two-way benefit for marine industry job creation in the states and overseas.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders of the Italian government are agreeing to open a new SelectFlorida international trade development office in Italy next year.

Following a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office announced Tuesday the opening of an office to help businesses in the country operate in Florida. The announcement of the state’s 19th international trade development office,