Italy and the Latin American Continent meet at the Farnesina

On 13 December the Farnesina will host the 8th Italy-Latin American and Carribean Conference, which is part of the fiftieth anniversary celebrations of the establishment of the Italy-Latin  America Institute (IILA). It represents the most important forum in which to meet and engage in furthering dialogue between Italy and the Latin American Continent. About 200 […]

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Italy’s Economic Diplomacy , december 12 : Latest news from the world

ICE Roadshow: “Italy for companies. With SMEs towards foreign markets” Institutions and business organisations will meet with companies tomorrow in Florence to discuss the theme of internationalisation in the last leg of the 2017 Roadshow organised by ICE-Agency in partnership with CNA Florence. The initiative puts together all the public and private entities promoting Brand […]

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Holy See -Interference: the future of radio in the digital age 80 years after the death of Guglielmo Marconi

A conference organised by the Italian Embassy at the Holy See and the Vatican Secretariat for Communications for Friday, 15 December 2017 is called “Interference”. The conference takes its cue from the commemorations for Guglielmo Marconi 80 years after his death on 20 July 1937.  It will look at the relevance of radio in today’s […]

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UPDATE ON PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTICE – Eighth Italy-Latin America and Caribbean Conference (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, 13 December 2017)

On Wednesday 13 December, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., the “Objectives and proposals to grow together” Eighth Italy-Latin America and Caribbean Conference will be held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Italy-Latin America Institute (IILA).  Minister Alfano said: “Fourteen years after the […]

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Risk Prevention Week in overseas visa offices

Italy’s 165 overseas visa offices play a key role in ensuring the security and economic growth of the country. They have three main goals: combining solidarity and security, streamlining legitimate visa applications and conveying a sense of professionalism and consideration.Overseas visa offices represent a crucial area which involves many risks which are magnified by the […]

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Italian Business Integrity Day

The first edition of the Italian Business Integrity Day (IBID), an innovative initiative launched by the Anti-Corruption Coordination office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), in conjunction with Transparency International Italia and some of the major Italian companies operating abroad – e.g. Acciai Speciali Terni, Luxottica and TIM – will take […]

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Second edition of the Prometeia report

Economic diplomacy accounts for 1.4% of GDP Economic diplomacy is not just second rate diplomacy, but is essential for the economic development of the country and directly and indirectly accounts for 1.4% of Italian GDP. This is the picture that emerges from the report by the consultancy firm Prometeia on the economic impact of tenders […]

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Japan – Sicilia Fusion Japan

Sicilia Fusion aims to make the beauty and resources of Sicily known internationally. It was put together by Carta Leonardo and Musa International, two small business based in Europe, Asia and Australia, with a flair for international relations, cultural exchange and the promotion of all aspects of Italy. The project will focus on Japan for […]

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Sudan – An intercultural communication manual is developed between Italians and Sudanese

An intercultural communication manual between Italians and Sudanese has been set up which is aimed at business people, tourists, NGOs and members of public institutions. It was developed from a study by the Italian embassy in Sudan, and set up in association with the Ca’ Foscari University in Venice. The result will be published online following months […]

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PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTICE – “Risk evaluation and adoption of countermeasures: the case of the sectors at high risk of corruption for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation” event (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, 12 December 2017)

On Tuesday, 12 December, between 11.00 a.m. and 12.30 p.m., the “Risk evaluation and adoption of countermeasures: the case of the sectors at high risk of corruption for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation” event will be held to celebrate International Anti-Corruption Day at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Opening remarks will be made by Renato […]

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Alfano: “Reputation strengthens competitiveness” (Il Sole 24 Ore)

Tackling crime and corruption is a critical challenge for public institutions and private companies to broaden the international competitiveness of Italy and combat the negative perceptions that affect market confidence, discourage investment and weaken public confidence in public institutions. I have been working on this issue for many years, ever since my first ministerial appointment […]

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Alfano: “Italy is in the forefront in protecting human rights throughout the world”

“The U.N. 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda is an essential reference point for us to build societies that are more free, just and inclusive, and really democratic, where human rights and fundamental freedoms are recognised and guaranteed for everyone.” The Minister went on: “In this regard Italy has shown determination and commitment, by adopting since the […]

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