World Press Freedom Day and National Day for Journalists Killed in the Line of Duty
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day and the National Day for Journalists Killed in the Line of Duty, established this year by the Italian Government, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani strongly reaffirms Italy’s commitment to defending and promoting press freedom, not only as a pillar of democracy, but as an essential driver of progress, […]
Read moreTajani-Araghchi talks: call for freedom of passage through the Strait of Hormuz and opposition to the military use of Iran’s nuclear programme
Following their telephone conversation on April 22, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani held further talks this evening with Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on recent developments in the Middle East. During the conversation, Minister Tajani expressed the Italian Government’s grave concern over the rising tensions in the region, emphasising the need […]
Read moreThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the diplomatic and consular network celebrated Labour Day
On the occasion of Labour Day, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, together with all Italian Embassies and Consulates worldwide, paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty and thanked all the staff who, every day, make possible the activities of the entire diplomatic and consular network and the assistance provided […]
Read moreMinister Tajani met with European Commissioner for Health Várhelyi: the Hormuz crisis is also affecting the export and transport of medicines
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani met today with the European Commissioner for Health, Olivér Várhelyi. The meeting focused on the consequences of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz on trade in the sector, the challenges facing the pharmaceutical sector linked to tariffs, and phytosanitary controls on products imported into the EU from third countries. Minister […]
Read moreDeputy Foreign Minister Cirielli participated in the G7 Development Ministerial Meeting in Paris
The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Edmondo Cirielli, participated in the G7 Development Ministerial Meeting in Paris. The key topics discussed included support for vulnerable populations, capacity building in developing countries, and cross-cutting issues such as food security, resilience and disaster risk reduction, and global health. The Ministerial Meeting highlighted the shift from traditional financial […]
Read moreExport Plan. New SIMEST scheme to support exporting companies affected by the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz
The Facilitation Committee, chaired by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has today approved a new scheme managed by SIMEST to support exporting companies impacted by the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The scheme mobilises up to EUR 800 million under Fund 394/81, with the possibility of applying for non-repayable grants of […]
Read moreMilitary operation against the “Flotilla” off Crete. Italian Foreign Ministry requests information from Israel
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been informed of movements of Israeli naval units in proximity to the vessels of the Flotilla, which set sail in recent days en route to Gaza. Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani has immediately instructed the Crisis Unit, the Embassy of Italy in Tel Aviv and the Embassy of […]
Read moreExport Objective: Tajani, Italy preparing for Expo Belgrade 2027
In Turin, during the first stop of “Export Objective,” Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani highlighted the importance of the participation of the Italian system, the Regions and Italian businesses in Expo Belgrade 2027, whose theme is “Play for humanity: sport and music for all”. “We are preparing for Expo Belgrade 2027, where Italy,” Tajani […]
Read moreTurin hosts the first stop of “Export Objective”
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, opened yesterday in Turin “Export Objective: Businesses and Territories of Northern Italy”, the first in a series of events aimed at supporting the internationalisation of Italy’s production system. The event involved over 700 participants and facilitated approximately 600 meetings between companies and Heads of Commercial Offices […]
Read moreDeputy Minister Cirielli meets Deputy Prime Minister Gherasimov: support for Moldova’s European path and strengthening of bilateral cooperation
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Edmondo Cirielli, met today at the Farnesina with the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration of Moldova, Cristina Gherasimov. The talks confirmed the excellent state of bilateral relations and the shared commitment to further strengthening the partnership between Rome and Chisinau, within the framework of a solid political dialogue, […]
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