Joint statement on Libya by the Governments of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK and the United States
The Governments of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States express their concern at reports of increasing tension near the Zueitina oil facility on the central coast of Libya. They express their support for the Government of National Accord’s efforts peacefully to resolve the disruptions to Libya’s energy exports, and emphasise […]
Read moreLibya: Undersecretary of State Amendola in Tripoli to meet Libyan government representatives
Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Vincenzo Amendola, was in Tripoli in Libya today to meet the following representatives: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed Taher Siyala; Minister of the Interior, Al-Aref Saleh Khodja; Minister of Planning, Tahir Hadi Jahmi; Minister of Defense, Colonel Al-Mahdi Ibrahim Al-Barghathi; State Minister of the Government of National Accord, Mohammed […]
Read moreThe Farnesina on the news regarding the appointment of a so-called ambassador “at large” of Abkhazia in Italy
With respect to the news reported by media outlets as to the activity conducted in Italy by a so-called Abkhazian ambassador “at large”, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation would like to point out that Italy, in accordance with the EU position, does not recognize either the independence of Abkhazia, which is a […]
Read moreNational Day Commemorating the Sacrifices of Italian Workers Throughout the World – Message by Minister Paolo Gentiloni on the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of Marcinelle mining disaster
This 8th of August marks the 60th Anniversary of the Marcinelle mining disaster, the largest ever tragedy for Italian migrant workers in Europe. Two hundred and sixty-two miners from all over the old continent died in the disaster. One hundred and thirty-six were Italian workers who had migrated to Belgium. Since 2001 we have established […]
Read moreUndersecretary Enzo Amendola attends commemoration of the Marcinelle disaster
Italy’s Undersecretary Enzo Amendola attends commemoration of the Marcinelle disaster Italy’s Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Vincenzo Amendola, attended a commemorative service today in the Belgian city of Marcinelle to mark the 60th anniversary of the Bois du Cazier mining disaster. The ceremony was also attended by the President of the Italian Senate, Pietro […]
Read moreItaly is concerned about new missile launch by North Korea that landed in the EEZ waters of Japan
The news about a missile fired last night by North Korea that landed in the waters within the Exclusive Economic Zone of Japan increases the concerns expressed by the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs last June. These are acts that threaten international peace and security, openly violating the relevant Resolutions of the UN Security Council. The […]
Read moreLibya: Minister Gentiloni has telephone conversation with Prime Minister Fayez Al Sarraj
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paolo Gentiloni, had a telephone conversation today with Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al Sarraj. Minister Gentiloni expressed Italy’s appreciation to Mr Sarraj for the commitment shown by the Government of National Accord in its fight against terrorism, as well as the results the GNA and supporting forces are achieving in the […]
Read moreTurkey: The Farnesina on the statements made by Turkish President Erdogan
With reference to the statements made by Turkish President Erdogan, the Farnesina underlines that Italy abides by the rule of law and the autonomy of the Judiciary is fully respected.The Judiciary together with police forces are successfully engaged in fighting the mafia and in doing so, they certainly do not need to be encouraged by […]
Read moreItaly–USA : Minister Gentiloni received at the Farnesina a delegation of Congressmen led by Harold Rogers, Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee
This morning Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni, received at the Farnesina a delegation of U.S. Congressmen led by Harold Rogers, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations. The meeting, which followed talks with the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, offered a new opportunity to confirm the intensity of […]
Read moreLibya: Italian support to al Serraj’s Government of National Accord in its fight against terrorism
Italy supports the Libyan Government of National Accord led by Prime Minister Fayez al Serra. Since its formation, Italy has encouraged the government to undertake the necessary actions to bring stability and peace back to the Libyan people.Italy values the efforts undertaken by the Government of National Accord and by the forces loyal to it […]
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