Supply of healthcare kits by the Italian Cooperation in Niger
In the wake of the fire that severely damaged the accommodation and healthcare facilities in the transit hub of Agadez (Niger), the Italian Foreign Ministry, responding to an international call for support by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Niger, resolved to send approx. 985 Kg of drugs and other medical supplies […]
Read moreUndersecretary Di Stefano receives the Deputy Mayor of the Municipality of Tjanin
The Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano received today, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Jin Xiangjun, Deputy Mayor of the Municipality of Tjanin. In 2019, in fact, a strong increase in Italian exports was recorded (+28.4%) in the area of Tjianin, the third wealthiest city in China and one of the drivers of research and innovation […]
Read moreUndersecretary Di Stefano chairs the Fifth Italy-Azerbaijan Intergovernmental Commission
Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano chaired today at the Farnesina (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) the work of the Fifth Session of the Intergovernmental Commission between Italy and Azerbaijan on Economic Cooperation, together with the Azerbaijani Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov. “Italy is Azerbaijan’s first global trading partner with an exchange in 2018 of 5.8 billion euros” – […]
Read moreMeeting of Minister Luigi Di Maio with the Director General of the International Organization for Migration, Vitorino
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, met today at the Farnesina (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) with the Director General of the International Organization for Migration, Antonio Vitorino. During the meeting, Minister Di Maio expressed his deep appreciation for the role IOM plays in the management of migration flows and for […]
Read moreScalfarotto at the 38th edition of JP Morgan Healthcare
Undersecretary Ivan Scalfarotto participates in the 38th edition of JP Morgan Healthcare, which opens today in San Francisco: the world’s leading event in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and life sciences. About 20 Italian companies are expected to attend, for which, in collaboration with ICE (Italian Institute for Foreign Trade), opportunities for meetings, participation in events and targeted […]
Read moreA call between Minister Di Maio and the Canadian Minister Champagne
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Luigi Di Maio had a call with the Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Philippe Champagne. Following the Flight PS752 crash, where 63 Canadian citizens died, and since Canada has no Diplomatic Mission in Teheran, Minister Champagne sought Italy’s assistance in order to protect Canadian interests and encourage its […]
Read moreLatest developments in Iraq: attacks on US bases by Iran
Italy follows with particular concern the latest developments in Iraq and condemns the attack by Tehran on two bases housing coalition soldiers. This is a serious act that increases tension in an already critical and very delicate context. “The first thought goes to our soldiers engaged in the country, to whom we express our sympathy […]
Read moreUndersecretary Scalfarotto attends the inauguration of Pitti Immagine Uomo
Today, Undersecretary Scalfarotto attended the inauguration of Pitti Immagine Uomo, Italy’s number one men’s fashion industry show. This 97th edition of the Florence Salon featured over 1200 brands, 45% of which from abroad. Scalfarotto highlighted how “This reflects the industry’s capacity to spot the opportunities offered by foreign markets, Germany and France first and foremost, […]
Read moreLibya: Di Maio-Siyala talk
Following yesterday’s air strike that hit the military college in Hadaba, south of Tripoli, causing dozens of deaths and injuries, including among the civilian population, Minister Di Maio had a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister Mohamed Siyala. Minister Di Maio expressed his condolences to the Government of National Accord and the families of the victims […]
Read moreThe latest developments of the situation in Iraq are of great concern
In the last few days, we have witnessed a dangerous escalation culminated in the killing of the Iranian General Soleimani. Italy makes a strong appeal to act with moderation and responsibility, by keeping open channels for dialogue, avoiding acts which can have serious consequences for the entire region. No effort should be spared to ensure […]
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