Brussels – “Syrians in Transit”: photography exhibition gives refugees a voice
The Italian Cultural Institute of Brussels decided to confront the highly topical theme of immigration with a photographic exhibition entitled “Syrians in Transit”, which will open this evening at 17:30. The aim is to give the refugees a voice through photos and quotes regarding their experiences and their expectations. The exhibition was organised in collaboration […]
Read moreMarseille- Poetry, Italy at the Festival Voix Vives de Méditerranée en Méditerranée
Luigi Ballerini and Valerio Magrelli will represent Italy at the poetry festival “Voix Vives de Méditerranée en Méditerranée” dedicated to emerging voices in contemporary poetry and set to run from 24 July through August 1st. The two prize-winning Italian poets will participate with the support of the Italian Cultural Institute of Marseille. Read more, in […]
Read morePrague – Brera Academy students captivate at Quadriennal
The students of the Brera Acadamy of Fine Arts represented Italy at the International Exhibition of Countries and Regions, organised within the framework of the Prague Quadriennal of Scenography and Theatre Architecture, which took place in various of the buildings of the city’s historic centre. The Kafka House was the setting for the students’ installation, […]
Read moreToronto – Performance art of Francesca Fini captivates Canada
Francesca Chini is one of the foremost Italian exponents of performance art, a form of direct and effective communication that has an immediate impact on the viewer. “Technology is interesting”, she says, “but instead of calling you on a smartphone, I’d rather make you double over to talk into a plastic cup connected by a […]
Read moreAfrica, OECD: Ample areas of stability and growth
“When referring to Africa, especially Sub-Saharan Africa, we think mainly about immigration, the demographic surge coming from that area; but which is coming only from a limited number of countries. There is an entirely different reality of stability and growth in Africa”, explained Farnesina Director General Luigi Marras in an interview for Ministry’s multimedia group […]
Read moreOttawa – A Ferrari parade for the FCA Festival
Automobile lovers and Ferrari enthusiasts came together for three days in Canada for the 10th edition of the Ferrari Club of America (FCA) Ottowa Ferrari Festival. The “Italian Car Parade” was opened by Italian ambassador Gian Lorenzo Cornado, who spoke of the Festival as an exceptional setting not only for promoting an Italian brand recognised […]
Read moreLa Paz –Italian Embassy “presents” Bolivia to Italian nationals
The Embassy of Italy in La Paz presented “Guida 2015”, an instrument designed for Italian nationals living in Bolivia and firms wishing to do business in that Latin American country. Available in hard copy, on-line and in digital formats, the 312-page, illustrated guide offers a vast array of information on Bolivia, consular services, investment opportunities, […]
Read moreEgypt: new investments opportunities for Suez Canal development
The Egyptian government presented an audience of investors and institutional representatives a new set of investment opportunities associated with one of the five mega-projects the country is planning: the development of the Suez Canal area. The meeting offered an opportunity to illustrate the project’s main logistical and port infrastructure points and prospects for short- and […]
Read moreGuatemala City – Italy’s contribution to urban development
Italy’s contribution to urban development in Guatemala will be the focus of a conference planned for Tuesday 23 June (18:30) at the Italian Cultural Institute of Guatemala City. Participants will include various architectural experts and others, and the debate, to be opened by architect Danilo Callén, will include the contributions of architects Susan Palma and […]
Read moreBuenos Aires – Mozart, Chopin, Puccini: Cinzia Bartoli revives the magic
Critics described Ligurian pianist Cinzia Bartoli, recently on tour in Germany, as an extraordinary interpreter of the work of celebrated pianist and orchestra conductor Maurice Ravel. After stops across Europe, the United States and South America, she is ready to open in Argentina on 25 June (20:30) at the Sale de Cámara Usina del Arte […]
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