The Italian Foreign Ministry at the Turin International Book Fair 2026

From 14 to 18 May, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) will once again take part in the Turin International Book Fair with its own stand (Oval Pavilion, stand U126) and a rich programme of events. The schedule of events at the MAECI stand will offer the public an opportunity to explore […]

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Innovative startups: applications for the Global Start Up Program 2026 are open

Applications are now open for the 7th edition of the Global Start Up Program, the acceleration path abroad developed by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) and aimed at innovative Italian start-ups interested in strengthening their technical, organisational and financial capacities to face new markets. The initiative is part of the action to support the internationalisation […]

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Undersecretary Dell’Utri to the Council of Europe Ministerial session in Chisinau

The Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Massimo Dell’Utri, took part in the 135th Ministerial Session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, concluded today in Chisinau, Moldova, under the Moldovan Presidency. Support for Ukraine, strengthening democratic security, combating Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI), as well as the management of migratory […]

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Maldives: the other 20 Italian nationals aboard the Duke of York are safe

The Embassy of Italy in Colombo is providing assistance to the other 20 Italian nationals aboard the Duke of York who took part in the expedition together with the five Italian nationals who have died. The Embassy has been in contact with the Red Crescent, which has offered to deploy trained volunteers to provide Psychological […]

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Tajani chairs the Joint Committee for Development Cooperation: new emergency allocation of EUR 15 million for Lebanon

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, today chaired the second meeting of the year of the Joint Committee for Development Cooperation, during which the 2026 Programming of Italian development cooperation was approved. It foresees grant and soft loan interventions totalling EUR 1.7 billion. The Minister chaired in […]

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Italy in the Hormuz crisis: diplomacy, naval missions and food security

Since the outbreak of the war between Iran and the United States, Italy has acted together with its European partners, the G7 and multilateral organisations to promote a cessation of hostilities, ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and restore stability in the Middle East. Within this framework, our country has expressed its willingness […]

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REMINDER: PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE – Launch event of the 3rd edition of the project “Sport and Innovation – Made in Italy” (Farnesina, 18 May 2026)

REMINDER: PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE Launch event of the 3rd edition of the project “Sport and Innovation – Made in Italy” Farnesina, 18 May 2026   On Monday 18 May 2026, from 10:30 a.m., the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation will host the launch event of the 3rd edition of the project “Sport and Innovation – Made in […]

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The recovery operations for the deceased divers in the Maldives are beginning. The Ambassador of Italy has arrived in the Maldives from Colombo

The Ambassador of Italy to Colombo (accredited to the Maldives), following instructions from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, has arrived in Malé a few hours ago and will meet with the Coast Guard officials present in the capital. Rescue vessels of the Maldivian Coast Guard have reached the site of the incident in […]

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Sudan: Arrival of additional humanitarian aid under the “Italy for Sudan” initiative

Following the distribution of essential food supplies (including pasta, flour, beans, rice and oil) delivered over the Easter period by a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, further essential goods that arrived by sea in Port Sudan are now being distributed. The aid includes family tents, waterproof tarpaulins, mosquito nets, mattresses, water jerrycans and […]

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Five Italian nationals deceased following scuba diving incident in the Maldives

Following an accident during a scuba diving excursion, five Italian nationals have died in the Vaavu Atoll, Maldives. The divers are reported to have died while attempting to explore caves at a depth of 50 metres. The reconstruction of the incident is still underway by the Maldivian authorities. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and […]

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Doha: documentary dedicated to Gae Aulenti

On 13 May, the Embassy of Italy in Doha, Qatar, organised the screening of a documentary dedicated to Gae Aulenti, the Italian architect and designer who stands as a symbol of independence and female talent in the second half of the twentieth century, and the creator of iconic works such as the Musée d’Orsay in […]

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Minister Antonio Tajani takes part in the Question Time session at the Senate of the Republic

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, took part in the Question Time at the Senate of the Republic.  

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