Exploring New Horizons

The world around us is undergoing profound and increasingly rapid transformations. Geopolitical tensions, the instability of global balances, technological acceleration, and environmental and demographic challenges are reshaping the way we live, work, and envision the future.

Europe, in particular, stands at a crossroads: between dependence and resilience, between preservation and transformation. It’s a kind of “moment of truth,” where the fragility of a continent uncertain about the redefinition of America’s role becomes evident. While new U.S. trade policies create a blackout in transatlantic relations, China emerges as a central player, reinforcing the prospect of a multipolar world. This phase calls for strategic reflection from Europe on its autonomy - a new international posture in the face of a multipolar world, capable of blending pragmatism and values into a new form of resilience.

But the change we are experiencing is not only geopolitical. It is both the product and the driver of innovation, in a cycle that defines humanity’s progress on the planet. A progress that may seem daunting, but once embraced, empowers us to shape the future.

In this context, our industry too is called to evolve. Insurance is not just a tool for protection - it is a lever for progress, a bridge between risk and opportunity, between present and future. Artificial Intelligence and data science are profoundly transforming the business models of the insurance and financial sectors. Yet adopting new technologies is not enough. We must foster a culture of innovation that combines digital skills, openness to change, and the ability to anticipate emerging needs. When guided by strong values, innovation can generate inclusive and sustainable solutions. In this sense, innovation is not just a goal - it is a way to build the future.

The Generali Group is walking this path, supporting individuals, businesses, and communities through this transformation. With a long-term vision. For example, through the Agorai Innovation Hub project featured in this magazine, we aim to build an ecosystem of research and innovation where artificial intelligence, data science, and sustainability converge to tackle the great challenges of our time.

Will we be able to stop global warming and the loss of biodiversity caused by human activity, or prevent future pandemics? The answer lies in the hands of science, but also in its deep connection with the culture that guides it and with environmental ethics. No one can succeed in addressing global issues by thinking like an island. In the economic sphere, only through synergy among the various actors in society will it be possible to find concrete solutions to these questions, generating prosperity and resilience. Cooperation between institutions and businesses is becoming increasingly crucial, and a shared vision between public and private sectors is more necessary than ever.

With this conviction, the Generali Group promotes numerous initiatives for sustainable development and collaborates with international organisations such as UNDP (United Nations Development Programme), OECD (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development), and IDF (Insurance Development Forum), with a specific focus on areas vulnerable to the effects of climate change and lacking adequate financial tools. In a world marked by environmental and social crises, as a global insurer and asset manager, our contribution to building a fairer, more resilient society that respects future generations can make a real difference.

“New Horizons”, the issue of the Bollettino you are about to read, offers a collective reflection on these challenges, highlighting the contributions of scholars, analysts, and thinkers who help us interpret complexity. Looking toward “new horizons” means accepting uncertainty but also recognizing opportunities. It means investing in knowledge.

 

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