Asia e Oceania

Diplomatic Network

14 April 2025

Tokyo, talk: “Italy and Japan in a stormy world”

The Italian Cultural Institute of Tokyo hosted a high-profile event featuring two leading figures from the fields of journalism and academia: Federico Rampini, one of the most renowned international journalists and authors, and Saho Matsumoto, professor at Nihon University and expert in the role of religion in national and international politics, with in-depth knowledge of […]

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In detail

13 April 2025

Tajani: “From Delhi to Tokyo, we’re driving exports – Europe is stronger when it speaks with one voice” (Corriere della Sera)

We’re also exploring other markets, including Mexico, Canada, the Gulf countries, and Turkey. The United States remains our primary partner and ally – as does Europe. He is about to board a plane to Japan after a visit to India, with further trips planned to Egypt at the end of April and to Mexico in […]

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Interviews

13 April 2025

Tajani: “From Delhi to Tokyo, we’re driving exports – Europe is stronger when it speaks with one voice” (Corriere della Sera)

We’re also exploring other markets, including Mexico, Canada, the Gulf countries, and Turkey. The United States remains our primary partner and ally – as does Europe. He is about to board a plane to Japan after a visit to India, with further trips planned to Egypt at the end of April and to Mexico in […]

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Press Releases

12 April 2025

Tajani in Osaka for the inauguration of the Italian Pavilion at Expo 2025

Following his mission to New Delhi, the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will be in Osaka tomorrow, Sunday, to take part in the inauguration ceremony of the Italian Pavilion at Expo 2025. On this occasion, the Deputy Prime Minister will present the “Asia-Pacific Focus” of the Export Action Plan and […]

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Interviews

11 April 2025

Trade wars benefit no one: Italian Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani (The Hindu)

Trade wars benefit no one, said Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani who landed in Delhi on Friday for a bilateral visit, stressing the hope that after pausing reciprocal tariffs for 90 days, the US can engage with the European Union for an agreement, and that India and the EU also conclude […]

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Press Releases

10 April 2025

Italy-Turkmenistan conference “Dialogue, Trust, Peace, Security in the World”. Speech by Deputy Minister Cirielli

Today, the conference “Dialogue, Trust, Peace, Security in the World” was held, organised by the Italian Institute for Asia (ISIA) and the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Rome. The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Edmondo Cirielli and the Turkmenistan Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmet Gurbanov. This important occasion for dialogue […]

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Press Releases

10 April 2025

Minister Tajani’s mission to India and Japan

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will be on mission in India and Japan from 11 to 14 April for meetings with institutional authorities, representatives of the local and Italian business communities, and members of the Italian community. “India and Japan are key countries for Italian foreign […]

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Press Releases

9 April 2025

Deputy Minister Cirielli receives Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan

Deputy Foreign Minister Cirielli today welcomed the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmet Gurbanov, in Rome. Building on the recent Italy–Central Asia Ministerial Conference, the two Deputy Ministers explored bilateral relations and opportunities for collaboration in strategic sectors such as energy, water resources, defence supplies, and cultural and inter-university cooperation. The Central Asian […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

9 April 2025

Mumbai, “Sonic Ties” between Italy and India

The “Sonic Ties” project marked an important milestone in the cultural collaboration between Italy and India, celebrating Indian classical music and Mediterranean jazz. Organised by the Italian Cultural Institute of Mumbai in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in Mumbai and the Consulate General of Italy in Bangalore, the event was supported by local […]

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Press Releases

2 April 2025

Earthquake in Myanmar: Italian Development Cooperation approves emergency aid

In response to the severe consequences of the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar on 28 March, Italy has swiftly mobilised its expertise to provide concrete initial support to the affected populations in this critical moment. Deputy Minister Cirielli has approved an emergency contribution of €2 million to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

27 March 2025

Tokyo, Southern Italy in the photography of Fosco Maraini

The Italian Cultural Institute of Tokyo is presenting the photographic exhibition “L’immagine dell’empresente. Il Sud Italia nella fotografia di Fosco Maraini. 1946-1956” (The image of the empresente. Southern Italy in the Photography of Fosco Maraini. 1946-1956) in its exhibition spaces. The exhibition is curated by Francesco Paolo Campione, with scientific coordination by Moira Luraschi and […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

25 March 2025

Sydney, Paolo Pandolfo at the Opera House

Fifteen years after his Australian debut at the Sydney Opera House, Paolo Pandolfo returned to Sydney, thanks to the Italian Cultural Institute, as part of his Australian tour that also took him to Hobart and Melbourne. Considered one of the world’s leading representatives of the viola da gamba repertoire, Pandolfo masterfully blends historical authenticity with fresh and imaginative interpretations. For this exclusive performance in […]

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