Farnesina

Events

5 December 2025

Second National Conference of the Italian Cyber Capacity Building ecosystem

Today, Rome hosted the Second National Conference of the Italian Cyber Capacity Building (CCB) ecosystem at LUISS Guido Carli University, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the National Cybersecurity Agency. In a global context characterised by increasing technological competition and rising cyber threats, capacity building is becoming an ever more […]

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Press Releases

4 December 2025

Minister Tajani to present the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reform, effective from 2026

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, presented the reform of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Villa Madama. The reform will come into effect on 1 January next year. The reform focuses on simplification and innovation, with renewed attention to services for citizens and businesses, ensuring that Italy’s growth remains at […]

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Press Releases

25 November 2025

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, reaffirms Italy’s and the Foreign Ministry’s ongoing commitment to preventing and combating all forms of violence and discrimination against women, in Italy and around the world. The Minister stated: “Violence against […]

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Press Releases

23 November 2025

The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been following the case of the minor in Iran

The Embassy of Italy in Tehran has been following the case of the minor F. since the first report in November 2023. Her father, Mr. Andrea Papale, arrived in Iran early November and requested a temporary travel document for his daughter to leave the country. Her mother, who was temporarily absent from the country but […]

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Events

31 October 2025

Blood Donation Day at the Farnesina

Today, Friday 31 October, a Blood Donation Day took place in the Piazzale della Farnesina, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) in collaboration with the Italian Red Cross Committee of Municipio XV, Rome, which provided a dedicated collection point with a mobile blood donation unit. The initiative saw broad participation […]

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In detail

31 October 2025

Three years of Italian foreign policy: achievements of the Italian Foreign Ministry

Over the past three years, under the leadership of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, the Italian Foreign Ministry has reinforced Italy’s presence on the world stage through sustained efforts to position the country as a prominent international actor. Guided by the values of peace, freedom and cooperation, Italy has promoted […]

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Press Releases

16 October 2025

“University Corridors” from Gaza: Israel and Jordan’s rules for family reunifications

As part of the Italian Government’s support for the civilian population of Gaza, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) continues to implement the “university corridors” initiative, which enables Palestinian students awarded scholarships under the IUPALS Project (Italian Universities for Palestinian Students) of the Conference of Italian University Rectors (CRUI) to arrive […]

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Press Releases

6 October 2025

The Foreign Ministry and GialloZafferano team up for Italian Cuisine Week around the world

In view of the next edition of Italian Cuisine Week around the world, an annual event organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to promote excellence in the Italian agri-food sector, the Foreign Ministry has started collaboration with GialloZafferano. The project combines cultural diplomacy, scientific research and gastronomic heritage with the aim of promoting […]

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5 October 2025

Undersecretary Tripodi in Bahrain for bilateral political consultations

The Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Maria Tripodi, co-chaired bilateral political consultations today in Manama with her counterpart, Bahrain’s Undersecretary for Political Affairs, Khaled Yousef Al-Jalahma.  The evolution of the crisis in Gaza, regional scenarios, and the implementation of economic cooperation and trade relations were on top of the agenda. Bahrain is an important […]

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4 October 2025

Action by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on US “extra duties” on Italian pasta. Duties contested for alleged dumping practices

In recent weeks, some Italian pasta brands have been under scrutiny by the authorities for alleged trade practices involving exports to the United States at below market costs (“dumping”).  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been following the proceedings since early September, when the US Department of Commerce published the preliminary results of its investigation, […]

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4 October 2025

Flotilla. Update on the return of 26 Italian nationals from Israel

The repatriation to Italy of 26 Italian nationals, who were members of the Flotilla, detained at sea in recent days by the Israeli armed forces is underway. This group agreed to sign the expulsion order and was therefore given fast-tracked departure procedures. Assisted by the Embassy of Italy in Tel Aviv, the group was transferred […]

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4 October 2025

Israel, consular visit to those detained on the Flotilla completed. The Foreign Ministry called for improved conditions of detention

After many hours, the consular visit by the Embassy of Italy in Israel to the Italian citizens detained on the Flotilla came to an end. The consular team could meet with all those detained, who were well despite being exhausted from a month at sea and two days of intense stress coinciding with the military […]

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