REMINDER – Press accreditation notice – Presentation of the Second Report on Italy within the framework of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (Farnesina, 22 May 2019)

On Wednesday 22 May, from  2.45 to  4.45 p.m.,  the Farnesina will host the presentation of  the Second Report on Italy,  adopted within the framework of  the second assessment cycle of the United Nations Convention against  Corruption (UNCAC).  The initiative, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in conjunction with the Italian National Anti-Corruption Authority, is evidence […]

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Thirty thousand people attend the Darwin Italian Festival in Australia

Cultural exhibitions, musical and artistic performances, including the Gruppo Sbandieratori from San Sepolcro (Italy), as well as a rich food tasting menu of Italian gastronomic specialties, have enriched the fourth edition of the Darwin Italian Festival, which has attracted more than 30,000 visitors. The Northern Territory’s main authorities – Administrator Vicky O’Halloran, Prime Minister Michael […]

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Sports and inclusion promoted by Sampdoria in Uganda

Over 140 Ugandan youngsters  between 13 and 16 years of age, belonging to refugee or local communities, were involved in an inclusive  football event promoted by the Italian Embassy in Kampala and by the Italian Sampdoria Football Club. Sports management and education courses were held in Aura for three days, along with training sessions and […]

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UN letter on migrants: Minister Moavero tasks the Permanent Representative to the UN Office at Geneva to request a clarification

In relation to the letter dated 17 May that was sent to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Enzo Moavero Milanesi, by experts of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the Foreign Ministry specifies the following: Yesterday, Minister Moavero tasked Ambassador Cornado, the Italian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva, […]

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UN letter on migration policies

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Enzo Moavero Milanesi, confirms having received from the Italian Permanent Mission to the United Nations Office at Geneva a letter signed by six Special Procedures Mandate Holders of the United Nations Human Rights Council. With reference to the news circulated, the Foreign Ministry specifies that the letter […]

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Cyprus launches first Antenna of the Mediterranean Women Mediators Network

Eighteeen months after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation established the Mediterranean Women Mediators Network, (MWMN), the project’s first local group was created today in Cyprus. The public launching  event of the Antenna was held at the Ledra Palace Hotel in Nicosia’s demilitarised area, set up by the United Nations.  “It is a […]

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‘Italia, Italia’ is launched at Vancouver’s Documentary Festival

Over one thousand people attended the section devoted to Italy at  Vancouver’s Doxa Documentary Film Festival. The event takes place every year to celebrate the importance of the documentary film genre, which describes the complexity of present time starting from the director’s viewpoint. This year’s edition of the Festival featured for the first time ‘Italia,Italia’, a programme of auteur-driven documentaries, […]

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Deputy Foreign Minister Del Re in Brussels to attend the Foreign Affairs Council (Development)

The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Emanuela Del Re, attended the European Union’s Foreign Affairs Council (Development) in Brussels. The Council meeting opened with an exchange of views on the 2030 Agenda and on climate change. The meeting then discussed the theme of youth and development, with a special focus on the […]

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Alfredo Pirri’s ‘Passi’ is on show at the Yugoslav Film Archives Cinemateque in Belgrade

Mirror slabs set on the flooring of the ample entrance hall of the Yugoslav Film Archives Cinemateque reflect the interior of the building creating endless architectures. This is Alfredo Pirri’s installation named  ‘Passi’ [Steps], as other artworks of his created from 2003 to date. The Italian Cultural Institute in Belgrade launched the event to mark the second […]

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Skopje, the family is the leitmotif of the ‘Fare Cinema’ Film Festival

The “Fare cinema” film festival promoted by the Foreign Ministry and that involves the whole diplomatic and consular network in the world has now come to its second edition. From 18 to 23 May, the 19th edition of Skopje’s “Italian Cinema Week”, will screen Italian films for a whole week, including great classics like ‘Marriage Italian-style’ […]

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International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT) – 17 May

On the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Italy reaffirms its commitment at international level to fight all forms of discrimination, including the one based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Despite the progress made in the last few years, LGBTI people continue to suffer acts of discrimination and violence in many parts of […]

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Lisbon, ‘Reflections’: photos by Gea Casolaro

The identity that forms through relationships, places, cultures and dialogue is the theme chosen by Gea Casolaro for her exhibition ‘Reflections’ that opened at the Italian Cultural Institute in Lisbon. The exhibition displays some of the most significant works of the artist who, through photography, videos, installations and writings, has been exploring our relationship with […]

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