Italy, Germany, Austria, Algeria, and Tunisia have signed a joint declaration in Rome to continue work on the Southern Hydrogen Corridor, an infrastructure project aimed at transporting renewable hydrogen over 3,300 kilometers from North Africa to Italy, Austria, and Germany. The First Penta Ministerial Meeting in Rome, chaired by Ministers Tajani and Pichetto, stressed the cooperation on this energy infrastructure connecting Europe and Africa. The meeting included key officials from the signatory countries, such as the Algerian Minister of Energy and the Director General of the Climate and Energy Directorate of the Austrian Federal Ministry. A Business Forum following the Ministerial Meeting gathered companies from the signing nations to discuss the opportunities in the hydrogen supply chain, in line with the strategic partnership between Europe and Africa. The event aimed to promote the 'SouthH2' project, recognized by the European Union as a Project of Common Interest (PCI). Italian Deputy Prime Minister Tajani highlighted Italy's commitment to decarbonization and energy independence by developing renewable sources, hydrogen, and nuclear energy. Minister Pichetto emphasized the political and institutional significance of the agreement, signaling a joint commitment to a renewable and sustainable energy future. With around 130 participants, the event showcased the determination of the involved countries to advance the energy infrastructure and strengthen their roles in the hydrogen sector.