Diplomazia Culturale

Cultural Diplomacy

8 June 2026

The May issue of the SFIM Newsletter is online

Every month the SFIM Newsletter delves into the latest news on Italian education abroad, ranging from the most relevant and interesting initiatives to the educational projects and cultural activities of the Italian Education System in the World. SFIM includes Italian schools and sections abroad, Italian language and culture courses, as well as lectureships and assistantships at foreign universities. This issue focuses on the large participation of public and students in the SFIM presentations at […]

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In detail

7 June 2026

Italian Republic Day

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the network of Italian Embassies, Consulates and Italian Cultural Institutes celebrate June 2. Watch the videos of the celebrations around the world!   Ambasciata d’Italia ad Accra – Ghana Consolato Generale d’Italia a Bahia Blanca – Argentina   […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

5 June 2026

Algiers: Republic Day celebrations with the Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino

On 2 June, at Villa Hesperia, the Residence of the Italian Ambassador to Algeria, Alessandra Schiavo, celebrations were held for the 80th anniversary of the Republic. The event brought together approximately 1,400 guests, including representatives of Algerian institutions, members of the diplomatic corps, the Italian community and figures from the economic and cultural spheres of […]

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Diplomatic Network

4 June 2026

Melbourne: the values of the Republic and Made in Italy, with an eye to the future

The Consulate General of Italy in Melbourne, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute, yesterday brought together representatives from the institutional, business and cultural sectors, as well as the Italian community, for an evening celebrating the values of democracy, freedom and participation. The presence of the Italian Ambassador to Australia, Nicola Lener, and the Minister […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

4 June 2026

Copenhagen, Gianluca Luisi at the piano

The Italian Cultural Institute of Copenhagen and the Nielsen Saloner music association collaborated in presenting a recital by pianist Gianluca Luisi, one of the most distinguished Italian performers of his generation. Winner of the International J.S. Bach Competition Saarbrücken–Würzburg, Luisi has appeared throughout his career in some of the world’s most prestigious concert venues, including […]

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Diplomatic Network

3 June 2026

Dhaka, Mezzotono concert at the Shilpakala Academy

The Italian musical group Mezzotono performed at the National Theatre of the Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic. The event was organized by the Italian Embassy in Dhaka together with the Ministry of Culture of Bangladesh and will be attended by a large audience of local dignitaries, diplomats, […]

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Diplomatic Network

1 June 2026

Lucerne, the legend of the 1000 Miglia: elegance, technology, and Italian passion

The event dedicated to the 1000 Miglia, a true symbol of Italian excellence, was a resounding success at the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne. The initiative, promoted by the Consulate General of Italy in Zurich, together with the Italian Cultural Institute and ITA – the Agency for the promotion and internationalisation of companies – […]

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Diplomatic Network

28 May 2026

La Paz: concert “Serenata alla Repubblica” to celebrate 2 June

In the gardens of the historic Residence of Italy in Bolivia, the Italian Ambassador to La Paz, Fabio Messineo, hosted the third edition of the Italian music concert “Serenata alla Repubblica”, now a traditional prelude to the celebration of Italy’s National Day, which was given particular prominence on the occasion of the 80th anniversary. The […]

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Diplomatic Network

28 May 2026

Beijing: concert “Giulia Mazzoni is Back to China”

The Italian Cultural Institute of Beijing has promoted Giulia Mazzoni’s return to China with a series of special events marking a new phase in her artistic journey and in her connection with audiences in the East. On 26 May, at the Auditorium of the Italian Cultural Institute, the artist performed a concert entitled “Giulia Mazzoni […]

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Diplomatic Network

27 May 2026

Athens: exhibition “Maria La Callas: The Art of Italian Costume Design in Film”

Ambassador Paolo Cuculi inaugurated the exhibition “Maria La Callas: The Art of Italian Costume Design in Film”, organised by the Embassy at the prestigious Benaki Museum in Athens, in collaboration with Polimoda as educational partner—represented by its Director, Massimiliano Giornetti—and under the patronage of the Italian National Chamber of Fashion. The exhibition highlights Italian excellence […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

27 May 2026

Helsinki: Lia Pasqualino exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the Republic

The Italian Embassy in Helsinki celebrated Italy’s Republic Day on 25 May at the Helsinki Music Centre Auditorium, a prestigious hub of Finland’s cultural life located in the heart of the capital. The reception marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic was centred, in the words of the Italian Ambassador Nicola Todaro Marescotti, on […]

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Cultural Diplomacy

27 May 2026

Prague: Fibonacci Quartet in concert for the Borciani Prize

The Italian Cultural Institute of Prague and the “I Teatri di Reggio Emilia” Foundation hosted the presentation of the 14th edition of the Paolo Borciani Prize in the Institute’s Baroque chapel. The competition is scheduled to take place from 29 May to 6 June 2027 at the Teatro Municipale Valli in Reggio Emilia. The event […]

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