Following an unprecedented crisis due to the pandemic, Italy’s recovery and resilience plan responds to the urgent need of fostering a strong recovery and making Italy future ready. The reforms and investments in the plan will help Italy become more sustainable, resilient and better prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the green and digital transitions.The reforms’ framework of the Plan, in line with the EU Country Specific Recommendations, aim to strengthen competitiveness, reduce bureaucratic burdens and remove constraints that have slowed down investments or reduced their productivity.