For over twenty years, China Awards have been celebrating the companies, personalities and institutions that drive the daily dialogue between Italy and China.
The 21st edition, scheduled for 1 December 2026 at the Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology, will present a completely revamped format,designed to showcase with even greater force the innovations, visions and relationships that unite the two countries.
The new 2026 format
- 17:00 — 19:30 · Auditorium
Two thematic panels: Horizon and Nexus
Each roundtable will host internationally renowned Keynote Speakers and will be followed by the award ceremony to companies, organisations and institutions that have distinguished themselves during 2026 in the following fields:
Horizon | Innovation, technology, business models
The organisations that are redesigning the future of Italy–China relations through research, development, digitalisation and new technologies.
Nexus | Healthcare, pharmaceuticals, R&D, market access
Italian and Chinese excellence in the life sciences sector, from active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to medical devices and clinical research.
- 19:30 — 23:00 · Sala delle Colonne
Networking Cocktail & Gala Dinner
A moment dedicated to bringing together guests, partners and institutions, featuring the presentation of the Leone d'Oro Award and special prizes celebrating excellence along the Italy-China axis. The evening will also include a charitable component, with part of the proceeds supporting the activities of OVCI - Our Family.
Leone d'Oro Award
Figures who have stood out as ambassadors of Italian excellence in China, strengthening dialogue and friendship between the two countries.
Leone d'Oro Filippo Nicosia Special Award
Leading personalities from culture, sport and entertainment who have played a key role in Italy–China relations.
Hong Kong SAR Special Award
Institutions, companies and professionals who have helped build a bridge between Italy and the HKSAR.
How to participate?
NOMINATE YOUR BUSINESS
Nominate your business for the 2026 China Awards by filling in the following form.For further information, please write to info@italychina.org
BECOME A SPONSOR
View the three sponsorship packages, which offer visibility across Class Editori and the Foundation's channels, as well as reserved seats at the evening's table. For further information, please write to sartoretti@italychina.org e giuliabonardi@italychina.org.
ATTEND THE EVENT
By reserving your place at the following link, you will have the opportunity to take part in both the content session in the auditorium and the gala dinner. For further information, please write to awards@italychina.org.
