Puglia Desk is a point of contact that has been created by the Regione Puglia (Apulia) through an agreement with the Italian Chambers of Commerce in Australia, to develop strategic relationships between businesses from Puglia and Australia.

The agreement fosters the development and realisation of strategies for economic promotion and supports the internationalisation of Puglia's productive systems in Australia. Staffed with trained personnel, Puglia Desk provides not only business opportunities for companies from Puglia but also covers a promotional role showcasing Puglia as a region with which to do business.

Puglia Desk also acts as a reference point for Australian companies and Individuals who require information about business opportunities with Puglia. Puglia Desk offers free support to Apulian companies which require general information (statistical data, customs legislation, contacts to start up a commercial activity, etc.) from Australia. The desk also supplies companies with professional customized services from The Italian Chamber of Commerce at a discounted rate.

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Industries: A land rich in agricultural products, olives, grapes, cereals, almonds, figs, tobacco, and livestock. Manufactured products include refined petroleum, chemicals, cement, iron and steel, processed food, plastics, and wine. Fishing is pursued in the Adriatic and in the Gulf of Taranto. Services and mass Tourism are increasingly replacing agriculture as the main resources of the region. Sometimes referred to as the "Florida"of Italy.