“Italian Bilateral Scientific Cooperation Award” for eminent Italian scientists working abroad
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has established the “Italian Bilateral Scientific Cooperation Award” to recognize eminent Italian scientists who, in performing their research abroad, have made a remarkable contribution to the advancement of science and technology, thus improving Italy’s S&T relations with foreign countries and with International Organizations. Call for nominations
Read moreItaly is concerned about new missile launch by North Korea that landed in the EEZ waters of Japan
The news about a missile fired last night by North Korea that landed in the waters within the Exclusive Economic Zone of Japan increases the concerns expressed by the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs last June. These are acts that threaten international peace and security, openly violating the relevant Resolutions of the UN Security Council. […]
Read moreLibya: Minister Gentiloni has telephone conversation with Prime Minister Fayez Al Sarraj
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paolo Gentiloni, had a telephone conversation today with Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al Sarraj. Minister Gentiloni expressed Italy’s appreciation to Mr Sarraj for the commitment shown by the Government of National Accord in its fight against terrorism, as well as the results the GNA and supporting forces are achieving in the […]
Read moreTurkey: The Farnesina on the statements made by Turkish President Erdogan
With reference to the statements made by Turkish President Erdogan, the Farnesina underlines that Italy abides by the rule of law and the autonomy of the Judiciary is fully respected.The Judiciary together with police forces are successfully engaged in fighting the mafia and in doing so, they certainly do not need to be encouraged by […]
Read moreItaly–USA : Minister Gentiloni received at the Farnesina a delegation of Congressmen led by Harold Rogers, Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee
This morning Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni, received at the Farnesina a delegation of U.S. Congressmen led by Harold Rogers, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations. The meeting, which followed talks with the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, offered a new opportunity to confirm the intensity […]
Read moreLibya: Italian support to al Serraj’s Government of National Accord in its fight against terrorism
Italy supports the Libyan Government of National Accord led by Prime Minister Fayez al Serra. Since its formation, Italy has encouraged the government to undertake the necessary actions to bring stability and peace back to the Libyan people.Italy values the efforts undertaken by the Government of National Accord and by the forces loyal to it […]
Read moreMinister Gentiloni received at the Farnesina the Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi
This morning the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Paolo Gentiloni, received at the Farnesina Nancy Pelosi, the Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives, who was leading a delegation of members of the House of Representatives. In addition to the fight against Daesh, the talks focused on the stabilization perspectives of […]
Read moreSyria: Farnesina expresses concern over the situation in Eastern Aleppo
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expresses concern over the situation in Eastern Aleppo, which is presently under siege and systematically bombed by regime forces that spare nothing and nobody on their way. Air strikes continue to hit hospitals, schools and markets causing a very high number of casualties among civilians. The […]
Read moreOSCE: Italy elected to 2018 chairmanship
With a unanimous decision, the 57 participating states of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) elected Italy to its chairmanship in 2018. “This decision fully represents the recognition of our country’s commitment and the desire to actively contribute to peace and stability in Europe,” stated Italy’s Foreign Minister Paolo Gentiloni. In a […]
Read moreDeath Penalty – Task Force meets at the Farnesina
Italy remains firm and determined to press ahead with the campaign for a universal moratorium on the death penalty. Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Senator Della Vedova chaired a meeting of the MAECI-civil society “task force” today at the headquarters of the Ministry. It was held to coordinate Italy’s action ahead of a vote […]
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