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Press Releases

19 January 2018

Dichiarazione congiunta dei membri della Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) a sostegno dell’applicazione delle risoluzioni 2375 e 2397 CDS dell’Onu

Joint Statement from Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Partners in Support of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2375 and 2397 Enforcement  In September 2003, the original eleven Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) partners gathered in Paris to adopt the PSI Statement of Interdiction Principles.  Currently, 105 nations around the globe have endorsed those principles.  The Statement of […]

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Press Releases

19 January 2018

Minister Alfano meets with Syrian opposition leader

Minister Alfano received the leader of Syrian opposition, Nasser Hariri, at the Farnesina. Minister Alfano expressed his appreciation for the balanced and constructive attitude taken by the Hariri-led Syrian opposition. Both officials agreed on the key importance of preserving the UN-led Geneva political process as the only possible way of reaching a credible political solution […]

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Press Releases

16 January 2018

Vancouver Meeting

“The Vancouver meeting on the Korean Peninsula released a clear message of cohesion and solidarity,” stated Minister Alfano. He went on: “The international community will continue to work to fully implement the resolutions unanimously adopted by the Security Council. North Korea must fulfil its obligations and get back into the course of international legality. The […]

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Press Releases

15 January 2018

Vancouver Conference. Alfano: “Italy will be present”

“Italy will attend the Vancouver Conference on the Korean Peninsula on 16 January to favour the efforts of the international community to find a diplomatic solution to the crisis,” said Minister Alfano today. “The recent resolutions unanimously adopted by the Security Council have confirmed the broad cohesion and consensus on the goal of complete, verifiable […]

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Press Releases

20 December 2017

Alfano: Italy supports resumption of the Geneva talks on Syria

I really praise the efforts made during the last round of negotiations in Geneva by the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Staffan De Mistura. While I recognise the commitment and pragmatic, constructive approach taken by the opposition, I deplore the continuing refusal of the Damascus delegation to engage in negotiations by making excuses and […]

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Press Releases

19 December 2017

Minister Alfano firmly condemns the new launch of a ballistic missile from Yemen towards the territory of Saudi Arabia

Minister Alfano firmly condemns the launch of a ballistic missile from Yemen towards Riyadh, in the territory of Saudi Arabia. “The action of Houthi rebels constitutes a threat to peace and stability in the region and worsens the prospects of a negotiated and inclusive solution to the crisis that has been assailing Yemen for the […]

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Press Releases

10 December 2017

Alfano: “Italy is in the forefront in protecting human rights throughout the world”

“The U.N. 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda is an essential reference point for us to build societies that are more free, just and inclusive, and really democratic, where human rights and fundamental freedoms are recognised and guaranteed for everyone.” The Minister went on: “In this regard Italy has shown determination and commitment, by adopting since the […]

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Press Releases

8 December 2017

​Alfano: “Deep sorrow for the killing of 14 U.N. peacekeepers”

“I wish to expresses my deep sorrow for the killing of 14 U.N. peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I condemn this heinous attack unequivocally. We stand close to the families of the victims and wish the wounded a speedy recovery. Italy honours the dedication and commitment shown by the U.N. peacekeepers to […]

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8 December 2017

Alfano: “We are satisfied with the statement by the UN Security Council on the conditions of migrants in Libya

“We are satisfied with the statement on the conditions of migrants in Libya that was approved today by the United Nations Security Council. It is the tangible result of the briefing on the same matter delivered to the UNSC last 28 November, organised by Italy while holding the rotating presidency,” said the Minister of Foreign […]

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Press Releases

7 December 2017

Alfano: “The art of the Neapolitan ‘Pizzaiuolo’ included on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List”

“Italy’s commitment towards the protection of cultural heritage is not limited to protecting cultural, monumental, architectural and landscape assets, but extends to the elements that best represent our country’s traditions and that also express Italian genius and creativity” said the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano. His remarks followed the recognition by […]

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7 December 2017

Rosario Aitala elected judge of the International Criminal Court

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano, expresses satisfaction for today’s election of Rosario Salvatore Aitala as judge of the International Criminal Court for the years 2018-2027, at the 16th Session of the Assembly of the States Parties to the Court in New York. “This result, which is the outcome of a […]

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In detail

6 December 2017

Libya and Mediterranean were the centre of attention of Italy’s presidency of the UN Security Council

The Mediterranean, and especially Libya, have been at the centre of the November agenda of the United Nations Security Council, the month in which Italy held the rotating presidency. It was with great “satisfaction” that the Italian Ambassador to the UN, Sebastiano Cardi, took stock of this effort, seeing that the four dossiers prioritized by […]

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