Tajani: “I don’t trust Vladimir. Le Pen is tearing the Union apart”
He sighs, rolls his eyes skyward. He hesitates for a moment, then comes the blow: “I don’t trust Putin”. On the eve of the Istanbul summit that could shift the course of the war in Ukraine, Antonio Tajani takes a step back, dampening any premature optimism. Perhaps the ceasefire in Ukraine’s trenches is not as […]
Read moreMinister Tajani participates today in the General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group
Today at 3:00 p.m. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani will participate in Rome, Palazzo della Cancelleria, in the 34th General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group (IJBG), an organization created in 1989 to enhance economic and industrial cooperation between Italy and Japan, promoting the creation of strategic partnerships, investment and trade in key and innovative sectors, […]
Read moreTajani in London this morning for a Weimar+ format meeting, and in Verona this afternoon for a preparatory event for the Ukraine Recovery Conference
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will be in London this morning, where he will participate in a “Weimar+” format Ministerial meeting (France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom and the EU) and in Verona in the afternoon, to chair the fourth preparatory event dedicated to […]
Read moreMinister Tajani’s day of meetings dedicated to Ukraine in London and Verona
Today the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will have some meetings dedicated to Ukraine. During the morning, the Minister will participate in London in the “Weimar+” format Ministerial meeting (France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom and the EU) to take stock of the diplomatic efforts underway to reach a […]
Read moreMinister Tajani echoes G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on India – Pakistan
Together with my fellow G7 Ministers, representing Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, I have signed a statement to strongly condemn the atrocious terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April. We urge India and Pakistan to show utmost restraint. […]
Read moreTelephone conversations of Minister Tajani with the Palestinian Prime Minister and the Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, held telephone conversations with the Palestinian Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Mustafa, and the Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa’ar. The discussions focused on the prospects for achieving a ceasefire and restoring humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. During the calls, […]
Read moreGaza: State of emergency extended and additional resources for Gaza. Ministers Tajani and Musumeci: support for the civilian population
On the proposal of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, and following a report by the Minister for Civil Protection, Nello Musumeci, the government has decided to extend the state of emergency in the Gaza Strip by 12 months, as a result of the events currently taking place in that territory, […]
Read moreMinister Tajani signs decree exempting US, G7, and NATO citizens from fingerprint requirement for certain national visas
Since January this year, Italy has extended the requirement to collect biometric data to include long-stay visa applications, in line with efforts to strengthen both its migration system and the security of Italy and the Schengen area. However, this requirement is not intended to place a burden on allied countries – particularly G7 members – […]
Read moreExport Plan – The Facilitation Committee has approved funding of € 109 million in favour of 228 companies. Green light has been given for the establishment of a € 500 million reserve for a new soft finance measure dedicated to the Asia-Pacific region.
The Facilitation Committee, chaired by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, today approved the creation of a € 500 million reserve within the 394/81 Fund for a new soft finance line aimed at supporting investments by Italian companies with interests in the Asia-Pacific area. This new measure will become operational once the necessary implementation steps are […]
Read moreAddress by Minister Antonio Tajani at the Confindustria’s Foreign Investors Advisory Board
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, is taking part in the Confindustria’s Foreign Investors Advisory Board. The 2025 edition will focus on the strategic relationship with foreign enterprises: innovating to compete in the new global landscape, towards an Italy that remains competitive, attractive, and integrated into global networks.
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