Tajani arrives in Beijing. Discussion on Iran, Ukraine and the Joint Economic Commission

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, has arrived in Beijing for the first stage of his mission to China, which will continue tomorrow in Shanghai. Today’s programme began with a bilateral meeting with the Minister of Commerce, Wang Wentao, aimed at strengthening the Italy–China economic partnership. The two Ministers subsequently opened the 16th Joint […]

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Chengdu: Made in Italy Day with a focus on the agri-food sector

On Monday 13 April, the third edition of the Made in Italy Day was held in Xinjin District, Chengdu. The initiative, established by the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, aims to promote Italian expertise worldwide across a range of strategic sectors. Framed […]

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Tajani in China for talks on the Middle East and exports

Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani is on a visit to China from today until 18 April, with stops in Beijing and Shanghai. The itinerary includes official meetings with Chinese authorities and initiatives to promote economic and cultural ties. In Beijing (16–17 April), Tajani will meet Foreign Minister Wang Yi and, together with Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, […]

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Export Objective: towards the National Export Conference 2026

First stop in Turin for companies from Northern Italy The road towards the National Export Conference 2026 will kick off in Turin with the event “Export Objective: Businesses and Territories of Northern Italy”, scheduled for 29 April at OGR Torino, starting at 10:30 a.m. The initiative, promoted by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of […]

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Italy following closely the case of journalist Ahmed Shiab-Eldin detained in Kuwait

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is following closely the case of journalist Ahmed Shiab-Eldin – affiliated with the University of Bari – who was arrested on 3 March for sharing on social media videos relating to rocket and drone launches in the context of the war in Iran. The arrest reportedly took place under circumstances […]

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PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE – Italy–Kenya Business Forum (20 April – Hotel Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria, Rome)

On the afternoon of Monday 20 April 2026, the Italy–Kenya Business Forum will be held at the Hotel Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria in Rome. Kenya’s economy remains among the most dynamic in East Africa, with GDP growth of 4.7% in 2024 and projections of around 5% for 2025. Kenya is part of the Mattei Plan and, […]

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Sudan: Tajani – “Peace cannot wait”

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, is in Berlin today to participate in the Third Humanitarian Conference for Sudan, taking place on 15 April, marking the third anniversary of the outbreak of the civil war. The Sudanese crisis represents the world’s most severe humanitarian emergency, with around 15 million displaced people. “The civil war […]

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Tajani in Berlin for the Third Humanitarian Conference on Sudan

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani is participating today in Berlin in the Third Humanitarian Conference on Sudan, marking the third anniversary of the outbreak of the civil war, which has given rise to the world’s largest humanitarian crisis, with approximately 15 million displaced persons, nearly 5 million of whom have sought […]

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Tenth Italy-Vietnam Joint Economic Commission

The Tenth Italy-Vietnam Joint Economic Commission, the main mechanism for bilateral dialogue on economic and trade issues, was held today. It was co-chaired by the  Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs, Maria Tripodi, and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang. During the session, considerable attention was paid to strengthening cooperation in the fields […]

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Collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and 1000 Miglia to promote Italian excellence

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has launched a collaboration with 1000 Miglia – a symbol of Italian automotive excellence, ingenuity, creativity and tradition – with the aim of strengthening the international presence of the Freccia Rossa, taking the values, history and culture of Made in Italy beyond national borders. At a time […]

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Minister Tajani arrived in Beirut for meetings with President Aoun, the Foreign Minister and the Italian contingent

Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has arrived in Beirut for a series of official meetings with the President of the Lebanese Republic, Joseph Aoun, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Rajji. The agenda also envisages meetings with the Italian contingent serving in the Italian Bilateral Military Mission in Lebanon (MIBIL) and the Military […]

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Minister Tajani in Beirut for meetings with President Aoun and the Italian military contingent

Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani is in Beirut for a series of official meetings with the President of the Lebanese Republic, Joseph Aoun, and with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Rajji. During his visit, the Minister will also meet the Italian contingent deployed in the country as part of the Italian Bilateral Military […]

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