Earth Hour (in translation)
Il 23 marzo 2013 avrà luogo l’ “Ora della Terra”, iniziativa globale del WWF contro i cambiamenti climatici e per uno stile di vita più sostenibile. In tutto il mondo per un’ora resteranno al buio monumenti, case, uffici, città: e ciò, per testimoniare l’impegno di cittadini, governi e organizzazioni nella lotta al cambiamento climatico. In […]
Read moreDigital media in war zones – Instrument for democracy but web brings risks, says Terzi
The social media are an important “instrument for democracy” but we need to be aware of the risks linked to the “magma” of the web. The point was underscored by Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi as he opened the seminar on “Digital media in War Zones” organised in collaboration with the “Wired Italia” magazine. Connecting knowledge […]
Read moreJAPAN – Competition for italian students: award ceremony in Rome
Japan seen through the eyes of Italian youth. That is the focus of the competition promoted by the Italy-Japan Foundation for students in senior secondary schools in Lazio, Tuscany and Lombardy. The competition was organised in collaboration with Italian and Japanese institutions and companies. The award ceremony, under the patronage of the Japanese Embassy in […]
Read moreMONTEVIDEO – technology at the service of italian language students
Technological innovation as the key element of a programme developed by the Italian Cultural Institute in Montevideo for students on its Italian language courses. Social networks will play an important role: the Institute’s website now has a regularly up-dated Facebook group and Twitter account. And, along with a local sponsor, the reading room now has […]
Read moreITALY-USA – Space Cooperation Agreement
Italy and the United States have signed an important framework agreement to promote and develop collaboration in the space sector. The agreement will open up new opportunities in the economic, scientific and technological fields. Its signing coincides with the celebrations for the first 50 years of Italian-American collaboration in the field. The agreement was signed […]
Read moreMOSCOW – MITT, 10 italian regions showcased
The 20th Moscow International Travel & Tourism Exhibition is now under way. The Russian tourism sector’s key event, the MITT sees a strong Italian presence, with 10 of our regions taking part. The Italian stand, organised by the Italian Tourism Board, ENIT, will host Sardinia, Piedmont, Valle d’Aosta, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Emilia Romagna, Liguria, Marche, […]
Read moreParaguay and USA: Terzi’s meetings at the Farnesina
Bilateral relations the focus of talks Bilateral relations were the focus of Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi’s talks at the Farnesina with the Foreign Minister of Paraguay, Jose’ Felix Fernandez Estigarriba, and a delegation from the United States Congress. Both were in Rome for the ceremonies marking the beginning of the Pontificate of His Holiness Pope […]
Read moreMONTEVIDEO – Artists in residence at the Italian Cultural Institute
An exhibition of the work of two young “artists in residence”, Alessandro Cannistrà and Laura Cionci. is taking place, until 21 March 2013, at the Italian Cultural Institute in Montevideo. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreBRAZIL – Italian companies at the “MDA South America” Trade Fair
The “MDA South America 2013″ Trade Fair is now under way in São Paulo, Brazil. The event aims to be a focal point for the South American market in the mechanics, transmission and electrical sectors. Italy will have a strong presence, thanks to the efforts of the Italian Trade Institute (ICE). The Institute has organised […]
Read moreBiennale: 55th edition presented in Paris
The Italian Cultural Institute in Paris has hosted the traditional press conference presenting the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition. This year’s theme will be “The Encyclopedic Palace”. Direct link with the French cultural tradition As he welcomed the large audience of over 100 journalists and art experts, the Italian Ambassador to Paris, Giandomenico Magliano, underscored […]
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