Balkans: Mogherini, EU integration an investment policy
The Western Balkans European Union integration will be one of the priorities of the Italian Presidency, as Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini asserted in her address for the opening of the Western Balkans Integration Forum that began today in Dubrovnik Croatia. “This is a perfect occasion on which to confirm Italy’s deep commitment to […]
Read moreMidEast: Mogherini condemns rocket strikes on Israel, calls for halt to attacks against civilians
Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini expressed deep concern for the worsening situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip. “The repeated rocket strikes on Israel warrant the firmest possible condemnation; all attacks on civilian areas must stop immediately”, the minister asserted. “It is of utmost importance to avoid triggering an irreversible spiral that could potentially […]
Read moreLibya: foreign technicians abducted with Marco Vallisa are freed
The two foreign technicians, Petar Matic and Emilio Gafuri, abducted on Saturday in Libya along with Italian national Marco Vallisa have been freed and are expected at Piacentini headquarters in Zuawa. The Italian foreign ministry and other State bodies continue efforts to bring the situation regarding the Italian national to a positive conclusion.
Read moreSomalia: Mogherini condemns attacks
Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini condemned this morning’s attacks on the parliament building in Mogadishu. “Once again terrorist attacks are being used by those seeking to destabilise and weaken Somalia”, Mogherini said. “I wish to extend my own and the Italian government’s solidarity with the Somali authorities and the families of the victims”, she […]
Read moreUSA: Mogherini assures Kerry of Italy’s help in boosting peace and security
Minister for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini sent US Secretary of State John Kerry the following message for Independence Day: Dear Mr. Secretary of State, I wish to extend my sincerest sentiments of friendship to the American people as they celebrate Day of Independence. The occasion offers me an opportunity to recall the depth of our […]
Read moreUnione Africana, il vice ministro Pistelli incontra la presidente della Commissione Dlamini Zuma
Unione Africana, il vice ministro Pistelli incontra la presidente della Commissione Dlamini Zuma
Read morePistelli in Eastern Africa: AU a major interlocutor
The African Union gave the green light to the idea of dialogue between the EU and Eastern Africa, including Egypt and Libya. The aim of the initiative, promoted by Italy and supported by the European Commission, is the joint management of migration flows with the countries of origin and transit as part of a more […]
Read moreMarines: Mogherini and Pinotti meet partners
Foreign Minister Federica Mogherini and Defence Minister Roberta Pinotti had a long meeting today, Friday 4 July 2014, with Vania Ardito and Paola Moschetti, the partners of Salvatore Girone and Massimiliano Latorre. The ministers’ progress report included an up-date on yesterday’s meeting with the team of international lawyers working on the case of the two […]
Read moreDeputy Minister Pistelli’s mission to the Horn of Africa – Sudan: meeting with Meriam Ibrahim
“I found Meriam in good physical and mental condition, although she’s naturally been tested by this experience. I assured her that the Italian government is making the utmost effort to see her case brought to a positive conclusion, which I believe will be very soon now”. This was Deputy Minister Pistelli’s statement in Khartoum, at […]
Read moreMiddle East: Mogherini condemns murder of young Palestinian. Spiral of hatred must be prevented
Foreign Minister Federica Mogherini has condemned the killing of a young Palestinian in East Jerusalem this morning. “Our utmost sympathy goes out to this boy’s family, who are being sorely tested by this tragic event. I wish to express my condolences, and those of the entire government, to all of the Palestinian people”, declared the […]
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