Yemen: Conference on National Dialogue in Sana’a; Bonino, major milestone in democratic transition
“Today’s ceremony marks a major milestone in the process of democratic transition in Yemen”, commented Minister for Foreign Affairs Emma Bonino when informed of the conclusion of the Conference on National Dialogue held in Sana’a, adding that she had “deeply appreciated the determination and efforts of the conference delegates to overcome the many obstacles and […]
Read moreGiornata della Memoria: Bonino, esprimo a Comunità Ebraica sentimento di forte vicinanza e partecipazione nella commemorazione delle vittime della Shoah
“On the occasion of the Day of Memory, I wish to express my strong solidarity with the Jewish Community as I participate in the commemoration of the victims of the Shoah – history’s worst crime against humanity, and one committed with conscious and lucid determination”. I wish to express my firm condemnation of the recent […]
Read moreEgypt: Bonino, the bloody events of recent days a worrying sign
“The bombings and other bloody events of recent days in Egypt are very worrying signs, and the hope is that the situation does not degenerate into further clashes and stability across the country. My first thoughts go out to the families of the victims, who have paid the ultimate price; and I appeal to the […]
Read moreUkraine: Dassù receives ambassador to Rome in the evening
On the instructions of Minister for Foreign Affairs Emma Bonino, who is otherwise occupied abroad, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Marta Dassù will receive Ukrainian ambassador to Rome Peleregyn at the foreign ministry in Rome this evening to express Italy’s concern regarding the most recent developments in Ukraine.
Read moreUkraine: stop violence, resume dialogue, says Bonino
“I am obviously concerned about what is happening in Ukraine, and am in constant contact with our ambassador, who is in dialogue with government authorities and members of the opposition movements. It is indispensable that all the parties concerned abstain from violence and seek to rapidly resume the contacts that will ensure the country a […]
Read moreDolphin hunt: Amb. Of Italy in Tokyo conveys Italy’s concern to Japanese Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
In the spirit of the deep friendship that unites Italy and Japan, Italian Ambassador in Tokyo Domenico Giorgi met with Japanese Minister for Agriculture , Forestry and Fishing Yoshimasa Hayashi on January 21st, to convey the concern of the Italian people regarding the tradition of dolphin hunting in Taiji. He added the hope that, on the […]
Read moreSouth Sudan: Bonino, agreement on ceasefire a first crucial step
The South Sudanese government and the opposition signed an agreement on a ceasefire in Addis Ababa this evening thanks to the mediation of the intergovernmental Authority for Development (IGAD), the regional organisation that unites the countries of the Horn of Africa. Present at the signing, among others, was our ambassador in Addis Ababa Renzo Rosso, […]
Read moreSomalia: Bonino hails formation of new government
The Somali parliament voted its confidence today in the government of Prime Minister Abdiweli Sheikh Ahmed. Minister for Foreign Affairs of Italy Emma Bonino expressed her “satisfaction” with the formation of the new government, stressing the importance of giving new impetus to a Somalia’s stabilisation process. “The president and prime minister must now work together […]
Read moreThe Italian Cooperation contributes to humanitarian efforts in Central African Republic
Italy will contribute 2 million euro to humanitarian efforts in the Central African Republic, according to an announcement at the donors conference convened yesterday in Brussels by European Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs Kristalina Georgieva and head of the Coordination Office for Humanitarian Questions of the UNOCHA Valerie Amos The Italian Cooperation will immediately activate a […]
Read moreWeapons of Mass Destruction-Free area in the Middle East: Dassù-Laajava meeting
Deputy Minister Marta Dassù met today at the foreign ministry in Rome with Finnish Under-Secretary of State Jaakko Laajava, appointed to facilitate the convening of a conference on the establishment of a weapons of mass destruction-free area in the Middle East. The topics of discussion included the latest development in the consultations conducted by facilitator […]
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