Minister Alfano meets his Kosovan counterpart, Mr. Pacolli

“I am sure that Pristina’s process to move closer to the European Union will provide further incentive to strengthen the already excellent political and economic relations between our two countries,” said the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano, to his Kosovan counterpart, Behgjet Pacolli, when welcoming him today at the Farnesina. […]

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Alfano: “Italy firmly condemns the terrorist attack against the High National Election Commission in Libya”

Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano, said: “We firmly condemn the terrorist attack carried out this morning in Tripoli against the Libyan High National Election Commission. Our sympathy and heartfelt condolences go to the families hit in the attack, and we wish a prompt recovery to the injured. Once again, we […]

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​Caravaggio OPERA OMNIA exhibition in Bangkok

Forty masterpieces by Caravaggio are housed in museums and private collections throughout the world. The spectator will be placed practically in front of full-scale copies of the original works of art. New digital technology will be used to back light the high definition reproductions which will allow visitors to enjoy incredible, detailed images of the […]

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Alfano:” I affirm the King of Bahrain’s decision to commute four death sentences into life in prison”

“I affirm the King of Bahrain’s decision to commute four death sentences into life in prison. Italy promotes the abolition of the death penalty in the world and is at the forefront of the international campaign for a universal moratorium on the death penalty,” said the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano.

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17 Italian companies attend Seoul International Wines & Spirits Expo

16th Edition organized by ​Italy’s Trade Agency – ICE, and the Italian Embassy Italy focused on the South Korean wine market and supported the participation of Italian companies in the 16th Edition of Seoul International Wines & Spirits Expo, the most important wine event in the country. Seventeen Italian companies from 10 regions were showcased in […]

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“Fare Cinema” – The First Week of Italian Cinema in the World

‘Fare Cinema’ launched today in the evocative setting of Cinecittà StudiosItaly has a great tradition of quality cinema, and its contemporary film production must be supported as it is an integral part of the promotion of ‘Brand Italy’ throughout the world. The Italian film industry also has a positive direct and indirect economic and tourist […]

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Villa Charities (Italian Fallen Workers Committee) awarded Gold Medal for Civilian Value (Toronto)

On the third anniversary of the unveiling of an Italian Fallen Workers Memorial Wall to commemorate Italian workers who lost their lives in workplace incidents in Ontario, and in conjunction with  celebrations for the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Italian Consul General, Giuseppe Pastorelli,  awarded the Gold Medal for Civilian Value to Villa […]

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Minister Alfano meets U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo

Minister Alfano met the U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on the sidelines of the meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Brussels. Minister Alfano reaffirmed the centrality of the traditional relations between Italy and the United States of America. The meeting focused on NATO-Russia relations, defence spending and Iran, and also the latest […]

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Press accreditation notice – Launch of “Fare Cinema” (Rome, Cinecittà Studios, 3 May 2018)

“Fare Cinema” will be launched on 3 May 2018 at 6:00 p.m., at Cinecittà Studios, the first week of Italian cinema in the world. The programme includes a visit to historical sets at 6.00 p.m. “Fare Cinema” will be introduced at 7.00 p.m. by Roberto Cicutto, President of Istituto Luce Cinecittà, followed by presentations by […]

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Italian Economic Diplomacy 26 April: latest global news

Western Australia: Tender announced for 41 new trains for one billion euros The Premier of Western Australia, Mark McGowan, announced a call for tenders for the design, construction and 30-year maintenance of 41 new trains at an estimated 1.6 billion Australian dollars (about 1 billion euros). The tender is part of the Metronet project to […]

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Italy’s Economic Diplomacy, 27 April: latest news from the world

​Colombia: Presentation of first metro line project in Bogota’ Colombian Finance Minister, Mauricio Cardenas, and the Mayor of Bogota, Enrique Penalosa, presented the first metro line project for the city, which will run entirely on a raised platform.A cofinancing agreement will ensure that the necessary funds will be available for 30 years. It also allows […]

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Italian food excellence showcased in Quebec

Italian cuisine has arrived in the political and institutional heart of Quebec, a Canadian province which is key for Italian food exports. The Quebec National Assembly hosted a gala dinner on 18 April, organised by the Italian Consulate General with the Italian Trade Agency in Canada. Sixty MNAs and 10 ministers of the province were […]

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