(see related) (ANSA) - Rome, February 17 - President Sergio
Mattarella has said Rome's bid to stage the 2024 Olympics is a
massive challenge that can turn into a boon for economic growth
like the 1960 games in the capital were. "Just like the 1960
Olympics represented an important step in Italy's economic and
social development, my hope is that the 2024 Olympics can be a
crossroads for new growth distinguished by quality and
sustainability," he wrote in a letter to the bid committee for
its presentation of a dossier on Wednesday. "Rome's bid to host
the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games is a challenge for the
country's planning abilities, testing vision, quality and
resources".
Mattarella sees Rome 2024 as growth boon
President says bid is challenge to Italy's planning powers