Diplomazia e dintorni – Growth Diplomacy

The role of Embassies and Consulates in projecting Italian economic interests abroad – linking institutions, private enterprise and foreign authorities in the organisation of protection and promotional events, and in the continuing support of business, financial, cultural and tourism operators – is fundamental to successfully gaining access to emerging countries. Coordination of diplomatic network The […]

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Tirana – Start of “Italy in Albania Week’

The first edition of “Italy in Albania Week” will be held in Tirana from 5 through 7 May and will make it possible for Italian firms to explore business opportunities in the sectors of energy, tourism, manufacturing and agri-alimentary. The goal is to encourage reciprocal investments and production integration. Read more, in Italian.

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Norway – Increase in Italian exports

Italian Ambassador to Oslo Giorgio Novello lent his residence to the presentation of a report on Italian exports to Norway, which went up 10% in 2013. During the event, Novello illustrated the major challenges of the past 15 years and those of the future, underscoring the competitiveness of Italian enterprise. Read more, in Italian.

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Budapest – Rich calendar of events at Italian Cultural Institute

The Italian Cultural Institute of Budapest has a rich calendar of events planned for the coming weeks, ranging from literature to art and from law to architecture. And the second edition of “I-Talents” will aim to give Hungarian audiences a taste of the Italian music scene in a series of concerts. Read more, in iItalian.

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ACCREDITATION NOTICE: Tueday15 April, 12:00, Minister Federica Mogherini meets in Rome with Foreign Minister of Montenegro, Igor Luksic

On Tuesday 15 April at 12:00 Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini will meet at the foreign ministry in Rome with the foreign minister of Montenegro, Igor Luksic. A press conference will follow the meeting. Journalists and camera operators interested in covering the event are asked to apply for specific accreditation using the online accreditation […]

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Mogherini: “Dialogue with Putin on Kiev. A way for everyone to win” (L’Unità)

In her European, Mediterranean and even Latin American agenda the foreign minister insists on an agreed solution on with Russia. From the Ukraine crisis to the tormented Mediterranean, European challenges and renewed interest in Latin America, the hottest dossiers on the international scenario were the focus of Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini’s interview with […]

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Former Senator Dell’Utri: clarification of today’s reports

With a view to providing clarification regarding today’s press reports, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs specifies that it never issued a diplomatic passport to former Senator Marcello Dell’Utri. Dell’Utri was issued a service passport, predicated on issuance of “no impediment” from the authorised Police, initially as a member of parliament from 24 January 1997 to […]

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II session of bilateral political dialogue between Italy and Cuba

The second bilateral political dialogue session between Italy and Cuba, co-chaired by Under-Secretary Giro and Deputy Foreign Minister of Cuba Sierra Diaz took place today. The encounter provided continuity to bilateral dialogue within the broader framework of Cuban-EU relations. Italy is closely observing the island’s implementation of an economic system founded on measures aimed at […]

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DEI/Sole 24Ore – Angola: diversified economy makes room for Italian enterprise

The Angolan economy grew (+5.3%) in 2013 in the non-oil sector (services, construction, farming), which is growing at a faster rate (+5.8%) than the oil sector and, most importantly, is showing major signs of stability: inflation (which had made Luanda the most expensive city in the world) has come down to single-digit levels (7.6%), State […]

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Italy-Belgium – Growing cooperation on innovative materials

Ambassador of Italy in Brussels Alfredo Bastianelli lent his residence to the official presentation of Innomat, a sector trade fair promoted by the region of Puglia within the context of strategies for the promotion of the region’s specialised manufacturing, which will take place in Bari on 9 and 10 June. Read more, in Italian

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Austria – Elba Island makes a showing in Vienna

Italy’s Elba Island came to Vienna as part of an event to promote its beauty as a tourist attraction along with its own home-grown products. A gala evening was dedicated to the island’s strong points and was a resounding success, with the participation of more than 150 guests. The event was organised by the Italian […]

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Montreal – Metropolis Bleu Met Festival, with Carlo Lucarelli

Everything is ready for the 16th annual “Metropolis Blue” international literary festival, which will run from 28 April through 5 May. The festival is promoted by Metropolis Bleu, a foundation set up in 1997 to promote literature and unite the people of a wide variety of cultures. This year’s over 200 events will involve authors […]

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