Taiwan's government gave Italy's Cremona city €100,000 to help rebuild after a severe storm, a goodwill gesture between the two countries.

• A strong storm hit Cremona in northern Italy in August, damaging buildings, schools, homes, businesses, and public green spaces.
• Taiwan's representative in Milan handed over the donation at a ceremony with Cremona's mayor and other local officials.
• Cremona plans to use the money to restore damaged parks, gardens, and trees.
• Taiwan's representative said the gift reflects shared experience with natural disasters like typhoons, and called for Italy's support for Taiwan's meaningful participation in the UN climate framework (UNFCCC).
• Local officials thanked Taiwan and said the donation strengthens ties between the two places, with hopes for more cooperation ahead.

Outlook: Both sides signaled interest in deeper city-to-city exchange and cooperation following this gesture.