Italian Economic Diplomacy 29 May: latest news from the world
TUNISIA – Ansaldo Energia completes a 600 MW gas turbine power plant in Mornaguia, ahead of schedule. Ansaldo Energia has successfully completed the final stages of construction and commissioning of the Mornaguia gas-fired power plant in Tunisia ahead of schedule, to the great satisfaction of the Tunisian Government and client STEG for the company’s commitment, […]
Read morePeacekeepers Day, Italy celebrates the role of women
Italy reaffirms its commitment within the United Nations for international peace and security on the occasion of the 18th International Day of the United Nations Peacekeepers. Established in 2003, the day pays tribute to the dedication and spirit of sacrifice of the personnel involved in UN peace missions. This year the International Day of Peacekeepers […]
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BRAZIL- Sparkle expands coverage in Brazil with a new Point of Presence in Salvador Sparkle announces expansion of coverage in Brazil with a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Salvador. The Salvador PoP adds to Sparkle’s current ten Points of Presence in the country, distributed between Sao Paulo, Rio De Janeiro and Fortaleza, further strengthening […]
Read moreDi Stefano opens the General Council of Assocamerestero
Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano opened today, by videoconference, the General Council of Assocamerestero. “My presence here today, as well as at the last two world conventions in Turin and Treviso,” said the Undersecretary, “confirms the attention we pay to the activities of the Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad and our appreciation for the work you […]
Read moreDi Stefano opens the Annual General Meeting of Origin Italia
Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano opened today by videoconference the annual members’ meeting of Origin Italia, the Association of Consortia for Geographical Indications. As Di Stefano pointed out, Italy has for years been first in terms of the number of products with geographical indications recognised by the European Union: over 800 wines and food products. “Unfortunately, […]
Read moreScalfarotto, interview with Secretary of State Bóka
A telephone conversation today between the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Ivan Scalfarotto, and the Hungarian Secretary of State for European and International Cooperation in Justice Affairs, János Bóka, during which the Secretary of State asked his colleague for more information about two recent decisions of the Hungarian Parliament that have raised debate and […]
Read moreMr Di Stefano, interview with Uzbek Vice-Minister Asadov
As part of a series of telephone contacts with his Central Asian counterparts, today Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano had a telephone conversation with Uzbek Deputy Foreign Minister Sherzod Asadov. At the centre of the conversation the topics of international cooperation to counter COVID-19, with particular reference to the ongoing trials to find a vaccine that, […]
Read moreMr Scalfarotto, meeting with Central and Eastern Europe Ambassadors
In the context of regular contact with the Italian Embassies in European countries, this afternoon Undersecretary Ivan Scalfarotto chaired a meeting with the Italian Ambassadors accredited in Central and Eastern European countries, an area which, particularly during COVID emergency, proved to be of strategic importance for our country.“This discussion” – the Undersecretary observed – “takes […]
Read moreTelephone conversation between Minister Di Maio and the Austrian Foreign Minister Schallenberg
Minister Di Maio had a telephone conversation with his Austrian counterpart, Alexander Schallenberg. At the centre of the talks, tourism flows in the EU: Italy and Austria will continue to work to re-establish the free movement of people in Europe as soon as possible.
Read moreExport Authorization – Personal Protective Equipment: Upgrade
Please note that in accordance with (EU) Regulation No. 568/2020 the system of authorisation for the export of personal protective equipment (PPE) to countries outside the EU ended on 25.5.2020. Therefore, as of May 26th, no authorization will be required anymore by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (and, in particular, by the X […]
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