Ethiopia set to launch a new international airport

Ethiopia is poised to further cement its role as a key hub for continental air transport through the ambitious and strategically significant construction of a second international airport in Bishoftu, located approximately 40 kilometres from the capital, Addis Ababa. Valued at an estimated USD 8 billion for its initial phase, the project is a cornerstone […]

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Bangladesh: a new dawn of reforms and opportunities for global investors

Determined to establish itself as a key player in the global economy with a renewed image, Bangladesh hosted its first-ever Investment Summit this past May. The event drew the attention of 3,500 participants, including 400 foreign investors from 50 countries, and showcased the country’s commitment to ambitious reforms, with transparency and the fight against corruption […]

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Italy–Malaysia: a strategic partnership for growth in global markets

Italy is ready to consolidate its partnership with Malaysia by promoting mutual investment, technology transfer, industrial sustainability, and a shared presence in global markets. This was the key message delivered during the first Italy–Malaysia Business Forum, held in early July in Rome. The event, organised on the occasion of the historic visit to Italy by […]

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Oman, energy and Made in Italy: opportunities for Italy in the context of Vision 2040

Although limited in absolute terms, the Omani market presents promising opportunities for Italian companies across several sectors. The Sultanate has a population of 5 million, 40% of whom are foreign nationals, and is characterised by a wealthy elite with high spending capacity and a strong interest in Made in Italy products such as clothing, footwear, […]

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Brazil focuses on strategic minerals to lead the energy transition

A new mining revolution could redefine Brazil’s role in the global economy — not merely as a supplier of traditional raw materials, but as a central player in the transition towards a low-emission future. This is the message of a recent official paper issued by the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which highlights the country’s […]

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New Zealand renews inter-island link with new ferries

New Zealand has announced plans to replace its fleet of three “Interislander” ferries operating on the Cook Strait, which connects Wellington, on the North Island, with Picton, on the South Island. The plan includes the purchase of two new ferries, expected to be in service by 2029, alongside the upgrading of associated port infrastructure between […]

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United States: protectionist policies under consideration in the pharmaceutical sector

The US Administration has enacted two Executive Orders aimed at making medicines more affordable for citizens and strengthening the domestic pharmaceutical industry. The first measure introduces the principle of the “most favoured nation price” for prescription drugs. According to the Administration, pharmaceutical companies charge significantly lower prices abroad than in the United States in order […]

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United States: new agricultural policies pose challenges for Italian exports

During the first hundred days of the new Trump Administration, agriculture has taken centre stage in US international trade policy, with an aggressive strategy to support domestic producers that may reshape the transatlantic agri-food trade balance—potentially impacting Italy. Among the administration’s early successes is a 56% reduction in egg prices—previously a cause for concern—achieved through […]

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Mexico: a key partner at the heart of the Americas

Mexico today presents itself on the global stage as a nation with solid macroeconomic fundamentals and a sustained period of political stability. With the inauguration of President Claudia Sheinbaum on 1 October 2024, the country has embarked on a path of continuity with the policies of the previous administration, built around three core pillars: income […]

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Prague, Mastroianni on show with “Marcello’s Gaze”

The Italian Cultural Institute of Prague is hosting the photography exhibition Marcello’s Gaze (Lo sguardo di Marcello) until 17 September, dedicated to the unforgettable Marcello Mastroianni, just over one hundred years after his birth. A highlight of Prague’s summer cultural calendar, the exhibition was inaugurated on 17 July in the presence of numerous guests, including […]

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Montréal, the Italian Contemporary Film Festival is underway

On 12 July, the official opening of the Italian Contemporary Film Festival took place at the Cinema du Musée in Montréal. The event is organised by Vision Méditerranéenne and ICFF Canada with the support of the Consulate General of Italy as part of Fare Cinema, the initiative promoted by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]

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Tajani–Abdelatty talks: focus on Gaza and the New York Conference

This afternoon, a phone conversation took place between the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, and the Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, ahead of the upcoming New York Conference on the situation in Gaza, scheduled for 28–30 July. Minister Abdelatty will lead the Egyptian delegation, while Italy will be represented by Undersecretary […]

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