“Moving away from the death penalty: the voices of victims” – Minister Gentiloni co-chairs with Ban Ki Moon the event on the death penalty
During the 71st United Nations General Assemby, Foreign Minister Paolo Gentioni co-chaired with UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon the event “Moving away from the death penalty: the voices of victims”, organised by Italy in conjunction with Argentina, France and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Following the opening remarks by […]
Read moreItaly condemns Kashmir terror attack. Minister Gentiloni offers his condolences
Italy strongly condemns yesterday’s terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. Minister of Foreign Affairs Paolo Gentiloni offers his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the Indian authorities. Gentiloni also confirmed Italy’s solidarity with India in a common fight against terrorism to promote peace and security in the world.
Read moreThe Farnesina promotes Research and Development. Italy and Israel have stepped up their scientific, technological, and industrial relations
The Mixed Committee for the implementation of the Italian-Israeli Cooperation Agreement on industrial, scientific, and technological research and development held its 15th session in Tel Aviv on 13 September. With the assistance of the Italian Embassy, the Italian delegation led by Fabrizio Nicoletti, Head of the Scientific and Technological Cooperation Unit at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]
Read moreMinister Gentiloni holds a telephone conversation with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni, had a telephone conversation with Japanese Foreign Minister, Fumio Kishida. During the conversation, Minister Kishida expressed great concern for the unprecedented frequency of North Korea’s nuclear tests and missile launches, also towards Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone. Mr. Kishida called to the international community to give […]
Read moreJoint Statement on Libya by the Governments of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States
The Governments of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States condemn this weekend’s attacks on Zueitina, Ras Lanuf, Es Sider, and Brega oil terminals in Libya. We call on all parties to undertake an immediate ceasefire and to refrain from any further hostilities. We also call on all forces to avoid […]
Read moreSyria: Minister Gentiloni supports Kerry – Lavrov agreement and assures support to upcoming UN negotiations
“The agreement reached last night in Geneva opens the door to a breakthrough in the dramatic war in Syria” said the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni. He went on: “Italy supports the diplomatic effort made by John Kerry and Sergey Lavrov and is committed to support the achievement of an effective […]
Read moreRegeni Case: Minister Gentiloni to Giulio’s parents: “Fruitful talks and positive signals”
Minister Gentiloni called today the parents of Giulio Regeni in order to renew his own and the Government’s closeness. During the call, Mr. Gentiloni mentioned the judgment of the Prosecutor’s Office of Rome, saying that today’s meeting with the Egyptian Prosecutor General was fruitful. Minister Gentiloni also expressed the wish that over the next few […]
Read moreThe agrifood sector – an international player
A seminar took place today on “The agrifood industry in the Emilia-Romagna Region and its global reach amidst trade barriers, the Brexit, and international agreements” at the Fiera di Bologna trade show. The event, the fourth of its kind this year, was organised by the Emilia Romagna Region and designed to promote a fruitful discussion on the competitiveness of the region’s agri-food […]
Read moreThe People’s Democratic Republic of Korea: Italy expresses its strongest condemnation for the new nuclear test
“Italy expresses its strongest condemnation for the new nuclear test conducted today by the People’s Democratic Republic of Korea which poses a threat to Asia and world peace Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paolo Gentiloni, said. The test represents a new clear violation of the related resolutions of the Security Council of the United Nations and a […]
Read moreFarnesina hosts a meeting of the Anna Lindh Foundation and a workshop on Intercultural Dialogue in the Mediterranean
Today the Farnesina hosted a meeting of the Advisory Council of the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF), which is presided over by Elisabeth Guigou. The meeting was attended by the Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Benedetto Della Vedova, who made the opening remarks. It is the second time that the ALF Advisory Council meets in […]
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