Brussels – “Syrians in Transit”: photography exhibition gives refugees a voice

The Italian Cultural Institute of Brussels decided to confront the highly topical theme of immigration with a photographic exhibition entitled “Syrians in Transit”, which will open this evening at 17:30. The aim is to give the refugees a voice through photos and quotes regarding their experiences and their expectations. The exhibition was organised in collaboration […]

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Marseille- Poetry, Italy at the Festival Voix Vives de Méditerranée en Méditerranée

Luigi Ballerini and Valerio Magrelli will represent Italy at the poetry festival “Voix Vives de Méditerranée en Méditerranée” dedicated to emerging voices in contemporary poetry and set to run from 24 July through August 1st. The two prize-winning Italian poets will participate with the support of the Italian Cultural Institute of Marseille. Read more, in […]

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ACCREDITATION NOTICE – Recall: Final Round Table for Villa Mondragone event (Farnesina, 25 June 2015)

The final round table of the Villa Mondragone International Economic Seminar entitled “Capitalism in the 21st Century. Stagnation versus Growth in Europe?” (23-25 June 2015) will take place at the Farnesina at 9:00 on 25 June 2015. Now in its 27th edition, the seminar is organised by Fondazione Economia of the “Tor Vergata” University of […]

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Prague – Brera Academy students captivate at Quadriennal

The students of the Brera Acadamy of Fine Arts represented Italy at the International Exhibition of Countries and Regions, organised within the framework of the Prague Quadriennal of Scenography and Theatre Architecture, which took place in various of the buildings of the city’s historic centre. The Kafka House was the setting for the students’ installation, […]

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Accreditation Notice RECALL – Conference of Cultural Institute Directors (24-25-26 June Perugia and Rome)

A conference of Italian Cultural Institute Directors will take place on 24-25-26 June 2015. The first day’s sessions, organised in collaboration with the University for Foreigners of Perugia, will begin at 9:30 on Wednesday 24 June in the Aula Magna of Palazzo Galenga, and will be dedicated to the theme “Italian Language and Culture toward […]

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Toronto – Performance art of Francesca Fini captivates Canada

Francesca Chini is one of the foremost Italian exponents of performance art, a form of direct and effective communication that has an immediate impact on the viewer. “Technology is interesting”, she says, “but instead of calling you on a smartphone, I’d rather make you double over to talk into a plastic cup connected by a […]

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Africa, OECD: Ample areas of stability and growth

“When referring to Africa, especially Sub-Saharan Africa, we think mainly about immigration, the demographic surge coming from that area; but which is coming only from a limited number of countries. There is an entirely different reality of stability and growth in Africa”, explained Farnesina Director General Luigi Marras in an interview for Ministry’s multimedia group […]

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Accreditation Notice RECALL- G20 Workshop on Silver Economy and Active Ageing (Farnesina, 24 June 2015)

On Wednesday 24 June at 9:00 the Farnesina will host the G20 Workshop – Silver Economy and Active Ageing, promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Ministry of Labour and Social Policies. Speakers will include Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Benedetto Della Vedova, Under-Secretary to the Presidency of the […]

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Ottawa – A Ferrari parade for the FCA Festival

Automobile lovers and Ferrari enthusiasts came together for three days in Canada for the 10th edition of the Ferrari Club of America (FCA) Ottowa Ferrari Festival. The “Italian Car Parade” was opened by Italian ambassador Gian Lorenzo Cornado, who spoke of the Festival as an exceptional setting not only for promoting an Italian brand recognised […]

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La Paz –Italian Embassy “presents” Bolivia to Italian nationals

The Embassy of Italy in La Paz presented “Guida 2015”, an instrument designed for Italian nationals living in Bolivia and firms wishing to do business in that Latin American country. Available in hard copy, on-line and in digital formats, the 312-page, illustrated guide offers a vast array of information on Bolivia, consular services, investment opportunities, […]

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Egypt: new investments opportunities for Suez Canal development

The Egyptian government presented an audience of investors and institutional representatives a new set of investment opportunities associated with one of the five mega-projects the country is planning: the development of the Suez Canal area. The meeting offered an opportunity to illustrate the project’s main logistical and port infrastructure points and prospects for short- and […]

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Guatemala City – Italy’s contribution to urban development

Italy’s contribution to urban development in Guatemala will be the focus of a conference planned for Tuesday 23 June (18:30) at the Italian Cultural Institute of Guatemala City. Participants will include various architectural experts and others, and the debate, to be opened by architect Danilo Callén, will include the contributions of architects Susan Palma and […]

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