Attack on US consulate in Benghazi. Horror and indignation for this dreadful act
“The news from Benghazi arouses horror and indignation”. This was Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi’s comment on the news of the killng of the US Ambassador in Benghazi. “I wish to express my heartfelt and profound solidarity to the USA”, he added. “We condemn most firmly this terrible attack which must be investigated in full as […]
Read moreNairobi: a lecture on the renaissance of the el-molo tribe
In collaboration with the Italian Embassy, a lecture on “The Renaissance of the El-Molo, Africa’s Smallest Tribe”, is taking place this evening at the Italian Cultural Institute in Nairobi. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreThe myth of Dionysius and the wine of Molise showcased in Thessaloniki
The exhibition on “The Gift of Dionysius: the mythology of wine in Central Italy (Molise) and northern Greece (Macedonia)” has been a great success in Thessaloniki. For nearly two months the exhibition has attracted Greeks and Italian, as well as tourists of other nationalities and friends of the “Bel Paese”. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreTerzi in Malta: focus on immigration and Mediterranean policies
Immigration, the Euro-Mediterranean dialogue, bilateral economic relations. These are the main issues on the agenda for Minister Giulio Terzi’s visit to Malta, where today he is meeting his colleague Tonio Borg; the Premier, Lawrence Gonzi; and the President, George Abela. Memorandum of understanding Minister Terzi is accompanied by a delegation of senior officials from the […]
Read moreEnvironment: “System Italy” set for take-off in Costa Rica
System Italy’s environmental sector is set to take off in Costa Rica. On 12 September 2012, a meeting will take place at the Economic Development Ministry to present a trade mission to the country organised by the Greenaccord Association, in collaboration with the Costa Rican Embassy in Rome and the Italian Embassy in San José. […]
Read moreIILA and Bambino Gesu’ Hospital working for children’s health in South America
Improving the public health service in Latin America: that is the goal of the agreement that the Italian-Latin American Institute (IILA) and the Bambino Gesù children’s hospital will be signing in Rome on Thursday 13 September 2012. A campaign designed to safeguard and promote children’s health and pediatric medicine, and which is much appreciated by […]
Read more11 September: “Gone but never forgotten. We honor victims and heroes, many of them Italians”, says Terzi
“Gone but never forgotten. We honor victims & heroes, many Italians. Lost their lives to save others” at Ground Zero and in Afghanistan. These were the words of Minister in a tweet to mark the 11th anniversary of the attacks on the Twin Towers. In a simple and sober ceremony, the most serious attack ever […]
Read moreAmsterdam, Italian artist Morcky at the festival
Italy is making a cultural contribution to the second edition of “Striptember”, the graphic novels festival that will be celebrating this rich art-form throughout September in various venues in Amsterdam. This year’s programme will feature an exhibition by the Italian artist “Morcky”, who will be presenting his “Inside Out” show at the Italian Cultural Institute. […]
Read moreFARNESINA: Diplomacy for growth – Initiatives for Italian companies from Egypt to Israel and the Territories
A series of trade missions and initiatives to facilitate contacts by Italian businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, with possible foreign partners. This will be a key feature of this autumn’s “economic diplomacy” drive to revitalise exports, one of the main growth factors. The starting point will be the Middle East, where Foreign Minister Giulio […]
Read morePanama – Cavalli boutique opens
A Roberto Cavalli boutique has opened at the “Multiplaza” shopping centre in Panama City. The opening was attended by Cavalli himself and by the President of Panama, Ricardo Martinelli, and numerous figures from the fashion world. The “primera dama” was also present, as was Panama’s Ambassador to Rome, Guido Martinelli. Read more, in Italian.
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