[1][2] It is a significant event in domestic politics, attracting high-profile guest speakers, and receives notable coverage in the Italian press.

The weeklong festival includes talks, debates, workshops, exhibitions, sporting, musical and literary events, and other sessions.

[6][12] The Rimini Meeting is a significant event in Italian culture and politics, often attracting high-profile guest speakers and notable press coverage.

[3][4] Previous speakers include Pope John Paul II,[14] Mario Draghi,[15] Staffan de Mistura,[16] and Tony Blair.

[17] The 2022 Meeting included an early debate in the run-up to the 2022 general election and was attended by figures from major political parties: Giorgia Meloni, Matteo Salvini, Enrico Letta, Ettore Rosato, Antonio Tajani, and Carlo Calenda.