Nota Farnesina – Libya
In taking note of recent statements by General Haftar, Italy reaffirms its full support and recognition of the legitimate Libyan Institutions recognized by the international community: Presidential Council, Government of National Accord, House of Representatives and High Council of State. Italy underlines that any decision on the future of Libya must be taken by consensus […]
Read moreScalfarotto, meeting on the Western Balkans
Today Undersecretary Ivan Scalfarotto has chaired a meeting on the Western Balkans held in conjunction with the Italian Ambassadors in the region. Emphasizing the deep signs of friendship addressed to Italy, which took concrete form in the shipment of devices and medical personnel, it was reiterated that it is important that our country ensures a […]
Read moreSereni, cultural diplomacy an integral part of our foreign policy
“The contribution that the world of culture can give to the resumption of the promotion activities abroad of the Country System is decisive, not only for the value of the cultural activities themselves but also because it is precisely the action in the cultural field that defines the image and ‘narrative’ of Italy in the […]
Read moreLibya: Italy expresses its firm support to Acting SRSG Williams’s appeal for a humanitarian truce
On the occasion of the beginning of Ramadan, the holy month for Islamic communities around the world, Italy expresses its firm support to the appeal launched by the Acting Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General, Stephanie Williams, for a humanitarian truce in Libya. Italy hopes that all Countries and International Organizations which participate in […]
Read moreNote by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Farnesina)
“Rebecca will soon be transferred to the German or Swiss hospital of her family’s choice for a major operation. This has been possible thanks to the work of the Italian diplomatic network that has allowed the contact between both German and Swiss medical teams with the Italian doctors who are treating Rebecca, following Minister Di […]
Read moreCoronavirus. Sereni, culture is the pivotal element of Italy’s recovery
“Publishing is a leading sector of the cultural industry in Italy, both for its economic importance for the projection of our country’s image in the world”. This message was written by the Vice Minister Marina Sereni to the De Sanctis Foundation, that today, on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day, promotes a live […]
Read moreScalfarotto, telephone conversation with Swiss State Secretary Balzaretti
Today, Undersecretary Ivan Scalfarotto had a telephone conversation with the Swiss State Secretary responsible for European affairs, Roberto Balzaretti, as part of the ongoing cooperation between the two governments to ensure the protection of the health of frontier workers and to allow a safe resumption of productive activities. The talks focused on the issues that […]
Read moreMiddle East; Ms Sereni’s phone call with Palestinian chief negotiator Erekat
The Deputy Minister reiterates: From Italy, no to unilateral annexation in the West Bank This morning, Deputy Minister Marina Sereni had a telephone conversation with Saeb Erekat, Palestinian chief negotiator for the Peace Process. Mr Ereket stressed the deep concern of the Palestinians for a possible Israeli annexation of part of the West Bank and […]
Read moreDi Stefano, the working tables at the Foreign Ministry to support Made in Italy have concluded
Today, at the Foreign Ministry, the working tables to support Made in Italy and led by Undersecretary Di Stefano have concluded Today, at the Foreign Ministry, the sectorial working tables to support Made in Italy have concluded, they were led by Undersecretary Manlio Di Stefano on behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International […]
Read moreNOTA FARNESINA – Clarifications regarding the article by Libero “Closed Borders. Conte and Di Maio leave Italians stranded abroad”
With regard to what the newspaper Libero has reported today in the article “Closed Borders. Conte and Di Maio leave Italians stranded abroad”, it is specified that the action of the Foreign Ministry and of its entire network abroad to encourage the return of compatriots has been, and remains, incessant. Since the beginning of the […]
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