EU Foreign Affairs Council: Middle East – a return to direct negotiations with no pre-conditions
“The parties must engage in direct and substantial negotiations without preconditions in order to achieve a lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict”. These were the conclusions, regarding the Middle East peace process, of the European Union’s Foreign Affairs Council, meeting in Brussels. “Renewed, structured and substantial peace efforts in 2013” “All parties must avoid acts […]
Read moreEU: FAC – agenda packed with “burning” dossiers – Terzi remarks on the 30th EU-Russia summit
The agenda for the European Union’s Foreign Ministers’ Council in Brussels, which Minister Giulio Terzi is attending, is packed with “burning” international issues. From the situation in the Middle East to that in Egypt, as well as Syria, with the meeting between the 27 European heads of diplomacy and the opposition to the Damascus regime. […]
Read moreEU Nobel: Italy a cornerstone of european values and integration
“A great day for the European Union and for its citizens. But this is above all a great day for Italy, which is not just one of the convinced founders of the Treaty of Rome “Group of Six”. Our country is also the home of great thinkers and statesmen who gave an essential impetus to […]
Read moreUganda: italian businesses discover the country’s potential
A good outlook for growth, plentiful oil and mineral reserves, a skilled workforce and a potentially huge market. This was the snapshot of Uganda presented at an event in Confindustria entitled “Italy-Uganda: partners in business”. Participants included the Ugandan Premier, Amama Mbabazi; Uganda’s Ambassador to Rome, Deo K. Rwabita; and the Deputy Executive Director of […]
Read moreSofia: Italy’s first appearance at the Book Fair
Italy’s first appearance at Sofia’s International Book Fair, now in its 21st edition. In collaboration with our chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, the Italian Cultural Institute in Sofia set up a stand showcasing books on art, science, fashion, design and food and wine, published by Italian and Bulgarian publishing houses. Children’s books were particularly well […]
Read moreHong Kong: italian excellence and flair on show
Hong Kong is paying homage to the excellence and flair of the “Made in Italy” brand. Two events were organised by the Italian Consulate General – a wine tasting and a gala dinner – to celebrate the best of our wine production. “Julius Caesar – Military Genius and Mighty Machines”, an exhibition of the machines […]
Read moreBrussels: “Premio Europa” 2012 goes to Giorgio Squinzi: a stronger Europe is needed
The “Premio Europa” for 2012 has been awarded to the President of Confindustria, Giorgio Squinzi. The award was set up by the Italian Initiative Group (GII) in Brussels, at the initiative of the Italian Embassy, to recognise those Italian and European institutions whose efforts on behalf of the industrial and business world have been particularly […]
Read moreMontevideo: evening in honour of Pasolini, 90 years from his birth
An evening dedicated to the poet, writer and director Pier Paolo Pasolini was held at the Italian Cultural Institute in Montevideo, to commemorate the 90th anniversary of his birth. Read more, in Italian.
Read moreNEW YORK – 30 years of the De Fornaris Foundation, collection on display
To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the De Fornaris Foundation has organised an exhibition showing some of the best pieces from its collection of modern and contemporary art. The event is being staged in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in New York and Turin’s Gallery of Modern Art (GAM). Giorgio Morandi and Felice Casorati The […]
Read moreBrasilia: third stage of “Green Embassy” project under way
The third stage of the “Green Embassy” project was launched today. The initiative, strongly supported by the Italian Embassy in Brasilia, was introduced in 2010 with the installation by EnelGreen Power of 405 photovoltaic panels that enable a saving of 7.6 tons of CO2 emissions each year. Read more, in Italian.
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