Joint statement on the first anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death
On the anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death, which followed years of persecution by the Kremlin, we again extend our condolences to his family. We reiterate thatthe ultimate responsibility for his death lies with the Russian authorities. One year on, Russia’s dire human rights record continues to deteriorate. The Kremlin crushes peaceful dissent, maintains a climate […]
Read moreJoint G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement – Meeting of G7 Foreign Ministers on the margins of the Munich Security Conference
February 15, 2025 – Munich, Germany “The G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, met on the margins of the Munich Security Conference for the first time under Canada’s 2025 Presidency. The G7 members discussed Russia’s […]
Read moreMinister Tajani’s mission to Munich for the Security Conference
Italy’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will be in Germany today and tomorrow for the 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC). Today, Tajani will attend a meeting of the Quintet (Italy, France, Germany, United States, United Kingdom) with Arab Partners (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, United Arab Emirates) and the EU High […]
Read morePalestinian children evacuated from Gaza arriving in Rome for medical treatment in Italy
A group of Palestinian children suffering from cancer is set to arrive this evening at Ciampino Airport to receive medical treatment in Italy, as part of the Italian Government’s humanitarian assistance programmes for the Palestinian population. From Rome, Milan, and Pisa, and under the coordination of the Italian Foreign Ministry’s Crisis Unit, the children will […]
Read moreThird ministerial meeting on Syria held in Paris Undersecretary Tripodi: Italy at the forefront of humanitarian assistance to the population
The third ministerial meeting of the “Aqaba Format +” on Syria took place today in Paris. Representing Italy was Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs Maria Tripodi, delegated by Minister Tajani. “Italy is at the forefront of the humanitarian response in support of the Syrian people across all areas of the country and in the most urgent […]
Read moreGroup of sick Palestinian children evacuated from Gaza Transferred from Egypt to receive treatment in Italy
Fourteen Palestinian children suffering from cancer have been evacuated from Gaza to receive treatment in Italy as part of the Italian government’s humanitarian assistance programmes for the Palestinian population. The young patients crossed the Rafah border into Egypt and are currently at the Italian Hospital in Cairo, where they are undergoing the necessary medical examinations […]
Read moreUndersecretary Silli meets with the Head of the Department of Foreign Relations of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Safeen Dizayee
Undersecretary Silli received today at the Farnesina the Head of the Department of Foreign Relations of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Safeen Dizayee. During the long and cordial meeting, discussions focused on prospects for further strengthening cooperation in the economic, energy, security, and cultural sectors. Both parties reaffirmed their strong commitment to increasing trade exchanges and […]
Read moreNew meeting of the Task Force on Contested Minors
The regular meeting of the Task Force on Contested Minors was held today at the Farnesina, chaired by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the participation of officials from the Ministries of the Interior and Justice. The Task Force reported on several important cases that have been successfully resolved in recent months, such as the […]
Read moreToday, the ninth Italian Design Day is celebrated in 65 countries around the world
The ninth edition of Italian Design Day kicks off today, an event promoted by the Italian Foreign Ministry and the Ministry of Culture – Directorate-General for Contemporary Creativity, in collaboration with the Association for Industrial Design (ADI), the ADI Compasso d’Oro Collection Foundation, Triennale Milano, Salone del Mobile, Federlegno Arredo, and the Italian Trade Agency […]
Read moreInternational Day Against the Use of Children in Armed Conflict
On the occasion of the International Day Against the Use of Children in Armed Conflict, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, reaffirms Italy’s commitment to defending the rights of children worldwide, particularly in conflict situations. With the proliferation of armed conflicts globally, millions of children are forced to confront the harsh […]
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