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Venice glassblowers get lifeline to cope with high gas prices

FILE PHOTO: Glassblowers work at a Murano glass factory in Venice, Italy, November 12, 2021. Picture taken November 12, 2021. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri/File Photo

Venice glassblowers struggling with soaring energy prices are set to get government support for the "jewel" of Italy's manufacturing sector, known world over for the colours and sophistication of its art.

Industry Minister Adolfo Urso said on Wednesday that the state would provide 5 million euros ($5.3 million) in subsidy from next year.

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