UAE – Contract awarded to Saipem for Shah plant expansion
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) has announced the official award of a 510 million dollar project (equivalent to approximately 420 million euros) to SAIPEM for an engineering, procurement and construction contract (EPC) to expand the capacity of the Shah sour gas plant in Abu Dhabi, officially known as the Optimum Shah Gas Expansion […]
Read moreDeputy Minister Di Stefano signs an agreement with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)
This morning, Deputy Minister Manlio Di Stefano has taken part in the signing ceremony of the Headquarters Agreement between the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) and the Italian Government. The ICGEB has been represented by its Director General, Lawrence Banks. The ICGEB is an international intergovernmental organisation that plays a key role in the fields of […]
Read moreTelephone conversation between Minister Luigi Di Maio and Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, had a telephone conversation with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi. The agenda focused on bilateral relations between Italy and China, respect for human rights and cooperation within the G20.
Read moreCelebrating International Yoga Day
Today 21 June, at 7 pm, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Embassy of India in Italy will celebrate together International Yoga Day. A yoga practice session will be held in the main courtyard of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to spread a special message of positivity, well-being, mutual understanding, and […]
Read moreItaly’s keen satisfaction with the appointment of Hon. Del Re as EU Special Representative for the Sahel
Italy warmly welcomes the appointment of Hon. Emanuela Claudia Del Re to the position of EU Special Representative for the Sahel. During her period of office as Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Del Re has followed with great passion and effectiveness the African continent and, in particular, the Sahel region both […]
Read moreParticipation of Minister Di Maio in the Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, is in Luxembourg today for the Foreign Affairs Council. The agenda includes an exchange of views on the main topics of current international affairs, including Belarus, Latin America, and Iraq. Special attention is devoted to the latter topic, with a luncheon with Foreign Minister […]
Read moreMinister Di Maio participates in the first plenary session of the Conference on the Future of Europe
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi di Maio, spoke today by videoconference at the first plenary session of the Conference on the Future of Europe. In his speech, Di Maio recalled how Italy has supported the Conference from the beginning, as a precious opportunity for citizens to build the European Union of […]
Read moreJune 28 meeting of the anti-Daesh coalition chaired by Minister Di Maio and SoS Blinken
On June 28th, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, will co-chair the plenary ministerial meeting of the anti-Daesh Coalition together with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. This is a long-awaited appointment that comes more than 2 years since the previous large-format meeting in February 2019. The Ministerial meeting, […]
Read moreMinister Luigi Di Maio at the 18th Spain-Italy Dialogue Forum
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, is in Barcelona to participate in the 18th edition of the Spain-Italy Dialogue Forum. The agenda of the meetings is as follows: Participation in the Dialogue Forum Bilateral meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arancha González Laya
Read moreSpeech by Minister Luigi Di Maio at the Dialogue on Sustainable Food Systems promoted by B20, FAO and G20
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Luigi Di Maio, participated in the Dialogue on Sustainable Food Systems promoted by B20, FAO and the Italian G20 Presidency. During the meeting, Italy’s position on promoting the Mediterranean diet as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage was highlighted. Food security will in fact be at the heart […]
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