Made in Italy and Growth Diplomacy to make Italy an increasingly important player abroad

“Italy, like Europe, needs a new and strong industrial policy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation cannot fail to be a protagonist of this season”. Saying as much, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, underlined last December, in Milan, the relationship between businesses and […]

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Italy in ten selfies: quality and sustainability for a prosperous future

The Italian economic system stands out on the global scene for a unique combination of tradition, innovation and sustainability. As highlighted in the report “Italy in 10 Selfies 2024” drafted by the Symbola Foundation, the country is positioned as a leader in strategic sectors thanks to an approach oriented towards quality and ties with the […]

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CALL4INNOVIT 2025: Open calls

INNOVIT is an initiative of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the Italian Embassy in the United States and the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco. It has been developed with the support of Italian Trade Agency and the Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco. INNOVIT serves as Italy’s innovation hub […]

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Norway, towards an acceleration on renewables with offshore wind power

The Norwegian consultancy firm DNV outlined the outlook for Norway’s energy future at the end of last year: the country shall focus its efforts on offshore wind energy if it is to sustain the sharp increase in electricity demand required for the green transition. However, this may not be enough to meet global emission reduction […]

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Japan banks again on nuclear power to meet growing energy needs

In its next energy plan, due for approval in March, Japan will launch a full revival of nuclear power to meet an expected 35% to 50% increase in energy demand by 2050, driven by the semiconductor industry and artificial intelligence (AI). By that date, the Japanese government estimates an increase in electricity production from 1,000 […]

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The South Korean chemical sector, a growing market in the name of innovation and sustainability

South Korea’s chemical sector is confirmed as one of the mainstays of the country’s economy, accounting for around 3% of GDP and with production exceeding USD 49 billion in 2023. With an expected average annual growth of 1% in the coming years, this sector proves to be one of the most dynamic and strategic areas […]

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Brazil, revision of 14 motorway concessions announced

The Brazilian government has announced the revision of 14 motorway concessions, dating back to the 1990s and now characterised by severe delays in the infrastructure investment originally planned or by imbalances from a technical-financial viewpoint. According to government forecasts, thanks to this measure the public-private investment in the motorway sector expected over the next few […]

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Cuba, a decree on renewables in response to the energy crisis

In response to the severe energy crisis that the country is currently experiencing, the Cuban government has issued a Decree for “the control and efficient use of energy carriers and renewable sources”. Under this decree, by 2028 public and private economic actors considered “large consumers” of energy shall generate at least 50 per cent of […]

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PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE Preparatory event for the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 (Milan, Palazzo Lombardia, 5 March 2025)

PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE Preparatory event for the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 (Milan, Palazzo Lombardia, 5 March 2025)   On Wednesday, 5 March 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., the preparatory event focusing on the private sector dimension of the Ukraine Recovery Conference—scheduled to take place in Rome on 10-11 July 2025—will be held in […]

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PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE NURTURING INTERNATIONAL TALENT: THE SCHOLARSHIPS OF THE “SISTEMA ITALIA” Farnesina, 04 March 2025

PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE NURTURING INTERNATIONAL TALENT: THE SCHOLARSHIPS OF THE “SISTEMA ITALIA” Farnesina, 04 March 2025 On Tuesday, 4 March 2025, at 11:00 a.m., the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will open the event “Nurturing international talent: the scholarships of the ‘Sistema Italia’” at the Farnesina, in the International Treaties Hall. […]

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Asunción, Italian Design Day

The 2025 edition of Italian Design Day in Paraguay took place from 24 to 26 February, organised by the Embassy of Italy in Asunción. The photography exhibition Career Photography was hosted at the Miguel Acevedo Hall of the Manzana de la Rivera Cultural Centre in Asunción, featuring a selection of images dedicated to the winners […]

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February issue of the SFIM newsletter now online

Each month, the SFIM newsletter provides in-depth updates on developments in Italian education abroad, covering key initiatives, educational projects, and cultural activities within the Italian Education System in the World. SFIM encompasses Italian schools and sections abroad, Italian language and culture courses, and lectureships at foreign universities. Highlights of this edition include: the announcement of […]

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