Fund-raising event for the regions of central Italy struck by the earthquakes
“The seismic events that hit central Italy in August and October of 2016 deeply moved and touched the one and a half million Canadians of Italian descent, as well as the federal, provincial and municipal authorities in Canada and all the Canadian people who made great efforts to provide tangible assistance in the areas struck […]
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We are pleased to announce that on May 19-20th, SIRO (Society of Italian researcher in Ontario), official Chapter of the Italian Scientists and Scholars of North America Foundation (ISSNAF), will host, in cooperation with the Embassy of Italy in Ottawa, the inaugural Canadian Annual ISSNAF Meeting. This year’s exciting conference will focus on innovation, exploring […]
Read moreCommon vision with Canada on free trade – Gentiloni
ANSA: Premier Paolo Gentiloni said at an Ottawa press conference with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Friday that Italy and Canada shared “a common vision on free trade”. He said that rights, the open society, international dialogue and free trade were interconnected. Gentiloni said that terrorists like the man who killed a French policeman Thursday […]
Read moreMinister Alfano: ” Deep sorrow for the Mocoa victims and personal closeness to the families stricken by this tragedy. To Colombia, a Country which is a friend of Italy, I wish to convey the deep-felt condolences of our Country”
Minister Alfano: “I wish to express our deep sorrow for the Mocoa victims and my personal closeness to the families stricken by this tragedy. To Colombia, a Country which is a friend of Italy, I wish to convey the deep-felt condolences of our Country.”The Farnesina’s Crisis Unit, in close cooperation with the Italian Embassy in […]
Read more“Grief and closeness of Italy to the Russian State and people”
“I express my firmest condemnation and the grief and closeness of Italy to the Russian State and people for the bombing of a few hours ago in St. Petersburg,” said Angelino Alfano, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. “To the families of the victims, I convey my warmest solidarity. To the numerous people […]
Read moreG7 Taormina. Border controls temporarily restored
In view of the G7 Summit in Taormina, Sicily, Italy (May 26 and 27, 2017) border controls within the Schengen Area will be temporarily restored at ground, air, and maritime points of entry into Italy. The temporary suspension of unrestricted movement within the Schengen Area is in accordance with article 25 of the Schengen Border […]
Read moreCommuniqué by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Angelino Alfano
“We have closed a great day, a great celebration for all of us, that we confide might be a good omen for times to come. Italy as the stage of Europe, a real Europe, thriving, strong, sharing, secure. And this was made possible, once again, thanks to the work, the passion and the commitment of […]
Read moreUndersecretary of State Amendola in New York. The Security Council unanimously approves the Resolution to protect cultural heritage
The United Nations Security Council unanimously approved the Resolution proposed by Italy and France, requiring Countries to protect cultural heritage from the destruction of war and against the illegal trafficking of historical assets. Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Vincenzo Amendola, was in New York where he contributed to the discussion and participated in the […]
Read moreMinister Alfano: “Condolences and solidarity to the British people”
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Angelino Alfano, conveyed his condolences and solidarity to the British people for yesterday’s attack in London. When speaking at the Italian Embassy in Washington at a concert to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaties of Rome, Minister Alfano immediately recalled the tragic episode perpetrated in the […]
Read moreInternational Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – Alfano: “Italy reaffirms its staunch commitment”
On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Italy reaffirms its staunch commitment against all forms of racism, xenophobia and intolerance around the world. “The elimination of all forms of racial discrimination is a challenge for the entire international community that must be met in synergy, also with civil society organisations. Educating especially […]
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