The city of Turin is the capital of the Italian region of Piedmont and an important commercial and cultural hub. As the first Italian capital in 1861, it was traditionally an important European political enclave. Today, it is one of the main industrial centers of Italy and the second export zone of the country. Over the years, Turin has positioned itself as a place of excellence in the field of research, technology and innovation. The city participates in various international networks and associations. Through them, it develops multiple cooperation contacts and projects, to exchange good practices and take advantage of many opportunities to promote its resources.