Interested in knowing more about Italy? The Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) provides a wealth of information.
- Italy in Figures
is an easy-to-read leaflet, divided into 15 themes. It synthetically describes the main economic, demographic, social and territorial aspects of Italy and some of the most characteristic habits and lifestyles of its population.
A paper copy may be obtained upon request to editoria.acquisti@istat.it.
- Annual report 2018 on the state of the Nation
Every year, the Istat publishes an Annual Report on the state of the Nation. Now in its 26th edition, the Report offers the Parliament and the citizens a documented reflection on the situation of the country in its different realities, identifying risks and opportunities for the future. The 2018 Report illustrates how the country has experienced profound changes, by analysing networks and relations among people, between people and social actors (enterprises, institutions, formal and informal groups) and among social actors.
Summary of the Annual Report 2018 on the state of Italy in English.
The Italian version of the Annual Report is available online, in its complete edition, on the dedicated page.