Uganda: italian businesses discover the country’s potential
A good outlook for growth, plentiful oil and mineral reserves, a skilled workforce and a potentially huge market. This was the snapshot of Uganda presented at an event in Confindustria entitled “Italy-Uganda: partners in business”. Participants included the Ugandan Premier, Amama Mbabazi; Uganda’s Ambassador to Rome, Deo K. Rwabita; and the Deputy Executive Director of […]
Read moreSofia: Italy’s first appearance at the Book Fair
Italy’s first appearance at Sofia’s International Book Fair, now in its 21st edition. In collaboration with our chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, the Italian Cultural Institute in Sofia set up a stand showcasing books on art, science, fashion, design and food and wine, published by Italian and Bulgarian publishing houses. Children’s books were particularly well […]
Read moreHong Kong: italian excellence and flair on show
Hong Kong is paying homage to the excellence and flair of the “Made in Italy” brand. Two events were organised by the Italian Consulate General – a wine tasting and a gala dinner – to celebrate the best of our wine production. “Julius Caesar – Military Genius and Mighty Machines”, an exhibition of the machines […]
Read moreBrussels: “Premio Europa” 2012 goes to Giorgio Squinzi: a stronger Europe is needed
The “Premio Europa” for 2012 has been awarded to the President of Confindustria, Giorgio Squinzi. The award was set up by the Italian Initiative Group (GII) in Brussels, at the initiative of the Italian Embassy, to recognise those Italian and European institutions whose efforts on behalf of the industrial and business world have been particularly […]
Read moreMontevideo: evening in honour of Pasolini, 90 years from his birth
An evening dedicated to the poet, writer and director Pier Paolo Pasolini was held at the Italian Cultural Institute in Montevideo, to commemorate the 90th anniversary of his birth. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreNEW YORK – 30 years of the De Fornaris Foundation, collection on display
To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the De Fornaris Foundation has organised an exhibition showing some of the best pieces from its collection of modern and contemporary art. The event is being staged in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in New York and Turin’s Gallery of Modern Art (GAM). Giorgio Morandi and Felice Casorati The […]
Read moreBrasilia: third stage of “Green Embassy” project under way
The third stage of the “Green Embassy” project was launched today. The initiative, strongly supported by the Italian Embassy in Brasilia, was introduced in 2010 with the installation by EnelGreen Power of 405 photovoltaic panels that enable a saving of 7.6 tons of CO2 emissions each year. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreMexico – eight new “ambassadors of italian cuisine around the world”
Eight new Italian restaurants in Mexico have received “Italian Hospitality-Italian Quality” certification as “ambassadors” of taste from the Chamber of Commerce. The award ceremony was held at the Ambassador’s residence in Mexico City, which hosted the owners of the restaurants and a large showing from the sector press.
Read moreCapetown – Italian Ambassador’s trophy
Young South African sailing enthusiasts squared off in the first edition of the Italian Ambassador’s Trophy, held in the lake of the Simon’s Town naval base, near Capetown, South Africa. The regatta consisted of 8 young crews from the Izivunguvungu sailing school, which offers free courses for youngsters from 8 to 18 from the poorest […]
Read moreIntegrity Day – 7 December 2012
Asserting a culture of integrity to respond to civil society demands was the spirit with which the Ministry of Foreign Affairs celebrated Integrity Day today, ahead of the UN’s Anti-Corruption Day on 9 December. This year’s meeting is dedicated to the public administration’s new challenges following the entry into force of the anti-corruption law. The […]
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