U.S. customs agents in El Paso, Texas, intercepted the package, which would have been worth $9 million if the jewelry was genuine.
The Italian Trade Agency's Pioneering E-Shopping Platform: A New Era for 'Made in Italy' Jewelry
The Italian Trade Agency's new platform is bridging the divide between Italian designers and the North America marketplace.

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There's a buzz of excitement in the air as the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), under the leadership of Trade Commissioner Fabrizio Giustarini, takes a monumental step in bridging the divide between Italian jewelry artisans and the North American market. The launch of their cutting-edge E-Shopping Website promises not just a commercial interface but an educational, inspirational, and educative milieu that transcends typical e-commerce platforms.
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