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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Joint Statement of the 15th U.S.-Italy Joint Commission Meeting on Science and Technology Cooperation

    The United States hosted the Republic of Italy in Washington, DC, on April 1–2 for the 15th U.S.-Italy Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) on Science and Technology Cooperation. The State Department’s Senior Bureau Official for European and Eurasian Affairs, Brendan Hanrahan, co-chaired the meeting with Italy’s Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Maria […]

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is closely following the case of the American journalist kidnapped in Iraq

    From the outset, the Ministry has been monitoring with the utmost attention the situation of Ms Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Iraq. Ms Kittleson also collaborates with several Italian media outlets. Minister Antonio Tajani has instructed the Italian Foreign Ministry, in coordination with the Italian Embassy in Baghdad, to remain fully engaged on the […]

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Return of Ambassador Cornado to Switzerland

    Following a meeting at Palazzo Chigi between the Government and the families of the victims and those injured in Crans-Montana, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, in agreement with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has decided on the return of Ambassador Gian Lorenzo Cornado to Switzerland.

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Undersecretary Tripodi opens 15th Italy–US Joint Commission on Science and Technology Cooperation in Washington D.C.

    Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Maria Tripodi, today inaugurated the 15th Italy–United States Joint Commission on Science and Technology Cooperation (Joint Commission Meeting – JCM) in Washington D.C., as part of her official visit to the United States. On the sidelines of the meeting, Italy and the United States signed a […]

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Tajani at the Hormuz meeting: “UN’s decisive role, ready to support initiatives for a humanitarian corridor and navigation security”

    Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani participated today via videoconference in the meeting on the situation in Iran and the consequences of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The videoconference was coordinated by the United Kingdom following the declaration of 19 March, signed by 35 countries, including Italy. In his intervention, Minister Tajani reaffirmed […]

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Minister Tajani to participate in UK-hosted ministerial meeting on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

    The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will participate at 1:00 p.m. in the ministerial meeting held virtually and organised by the United Kingdom, following the declaration promoted on 19 March and signed by 35 countries, including Italy. The discussion, chaired by the UK Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper, will focus on diplomatic […]

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    Press Releases
    2 April 2026
    Tajani and Panetta inaugurate the 16th MAECI–Bank of Italy Conference

    The 16th MAECI–Bank of Italy Conference took place today at the Farnesina, inaugurated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, and the Governor of the Bank of Italy, Fabio Panetta. The event brought together officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bank of Italy, experts from other government departments […]

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    In detail
    2 April 2026
    Minister Tajani opens the 16th Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) – Bank of Italy Joint Conference

    The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, and the Governor of the Bank of Italy, Fabio Panetta, opened the 16th edition of the annual MAECI–Bank of Italy Conference, entitled: “A turbulent world: political crises, trade tensions and economic and financial shocks: what strategies for strengthening Italy’s exports and economic security?”. Delegates and Financial […]

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    Press Releases
    1 April 2026
    Minister Tajani’s mission to Belgrade postponed

    The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, has postponed his mission to Belgrade scheduled for today due to scheduling issues arising from delays in his departure from Ukraine and transit through Poland. The mission had been planned to attend the signing ceremony for the contract for the Italian Pavilion at Expo […]

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    Cultural Diplomacy
    1 April 2026
    Tunis, “My house is a Le Corbusier”

    The international project by Cristian Chironi, centred on the theme of dwelling, has kicked off at the Italian Cultural Institute of Tunis. The initiative is carried out in collaboration with La Boîte – Centre d’Art & d’Architecture, the Embassy of Italy and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. Launched in 2015, the project examines […]

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    Cultural Diplomacy
    1 April 2026
    Italy–Australia: Ambassador Lener in Melbourne to strengthen bilateral ties

      The first official visit of the Italian Ambassador to Australia, Nicola Lener, to the State of Victoria has concluded successfully. During his mission, the Ambassador met with Governor Margaret Gardner and senior members of the state government, including the Minister for Finance, Danny Pearson, the Minister for Energy, Lily D’Ambrosio, and the Minister for […]

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    Press Releases
    31 March 2026
    In Kyiv, Tajani meets Italian companies operating in Ukraine

    During his mission to Kyiv, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, held a meeting at the Embassy of Italy with representatives of Italian companies operating in Ukraine. The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the Italian Government’s closeness to and support for Italian businesses, which have demonstrated remarkable resilience and a […]

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