ACCREDITATION NOTICE: Press conference with Under-Secretary Giro to illustrate 7th Italy-Latin America Conference (Farnesina, 5 June 2015)

On Friday 5 June Under-Secretary Mario Giro will meet journalists to illustrate the initiatives and objectives of the 7th Italy-Latin America Conference being held in Milan on 12 and 13 June. The press conference will take place in the Farnesina’s Sala Aldo Moro at 10.00. The Conference is the key political event of the year […]

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Dei – Oman: Business Forum on commercial and investment opportunities in the Sultanate

In collaboration with Confindustria, the Farnesina is organising a Business Forum on commercial and investment opportunities in the Omani market in sectors with high growth potential for Italian companies. The Oman Trade and Investment Forum will take place on 9 June 2015 and is open to all companies interested in the Omani market. The focus […]

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Dei – Toronto: An exhibition showcasing all of the marvels of “Milan, a Place to Read”

A travelling exhibition visiting Toronto from 4 June to 27 August will pay homage to Milan’s role as Italy’s publishing capital par excellence. The event was organised by the Italian Cultural Institute in collaboration with the Arnoldo and Alberto Mondadori Foundation and the Robarts Library, which will also host the event. Read more, in Italian

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Amsterdam – Italian flavours and style showcased in the fairy-taleCastle de Haar

Castle de Haar in the Netherlands will host a 3-day event, from 29 to 31 May 2015, dedicated to Italy and its colours, scents and traditions. “Italië Evenement. Smaak & Stijl” will see the participation of over 220 exhibiting companies as well as artists, musicians and chefs showcasing the very best style and flavours that […]

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Argentina – “Verano Italiano” 2015 gets under way

The Teatro Coliseo in Buenos Aires is hosting the press conference presenting the 2015 edition, the third, of “Verano Italiano”. The event is a joint initiative of the Italian Embassy, the Italian Consulate General in Buenos Aires, the Italian Cultural Institute, the Italian Tourism Board (ENIT) and the Italian Trade Agency-ICE, as well as the […]

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Russia – “Italomania” 2015 ready to launch in Moscow

The 3rd edition of “Italomania”, a festival of Italian culture and language taking place on 6 and 7 June in the Central House of Artists, is ready to launch in Moscow. This year’s central theme is Italian mosaic. The initiative was organised by “Mosca Oggi” (the Italian news journal in Moscow) in collaboration with the […]

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Russia – “Italomania” 2015 ready to launch in Moscow

The 3rd edition of “Italomania”, a festival of Italian culture and language taking place on 6 and 7 June in the Central House of Artists, is ready to launch in Moscow. This year’s central theme is Italian mosaic. The initiative was organised by “Mosca Oggi” (the Italian news journal in Moscow) in collaboration with the […]

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Prague – Accademia di Santa Cecilia to perform at the Prague Spring Festival

The Czech Republic is looking forward to the concert by the orchestra of the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia during the Prague Spring International Music Festival, this year celebrating its 70th edition. The conductor will be Antonio Pappano, with cello soloist Jan Vogler. The event enjoys the patronage of the Italian Embassy, with the support […]

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Focus at the Farnesina on modernising commercial law and international legal instruments to promote foreign investment

A day of discussion on the outlook for adopting the Cape Town Convention on International Interests in Mobile Equipment and its three Protocols. The modernisation of commercial law and enhancing our country’s appeal to foreign investors through international legal instruments. These were the key topics discussed at an event promoted by the Farnesina along with […]

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Gentiloni meets his Swiss counterpart, Didier Burkhalter

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni, met his Swiss counterpart, Didier Burkhalter, in Berne today, 28 May 2015. During their cordial, in-depth discussion the ministers reviewed the excellent state of bilateral relations. Evidence of this is the signing in February 2015 of the agreement on financial and fiscal questions and the […]

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Stockholm – Grand tour of Italian olive oil – a taste of tradition

To explore the colours, aromas, nutritional values and culinary uses of Italian extra virgin olive oil, the Italian Cultural Institute in Stockholm has organised a special tasting that will take place on Friday 29 May. The tasting will include a glass of red wine. All made in Italy, naturally. Read more, in Italian.

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New York – Treasure hunt for Italian National Day

A photographic treasure hunt has been organised in New York to celebrate Italian National Day 2015. The treasure hunt, whose topic is “film”, is being organised by Elastica and DISTURbo, a cultural organisation, with support from the Italian Consulate General. It will take place on Sunday 31 May. Read more, in Italian.

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