Declaration by the High Representative, Federica Mogherini, on behalf of the EU on the occasion of the World Press Freedom Day, 3 May 2017
Free press is vital for having a democracy that works. Today we celebrate the World Press Freedom Day in a difficult context for journalism. Freedom of expression and Freedom of the press are under increasing attacks around the world. Free, diverse and independent media are indispensable to promoting and protecting democracy worldwide. A free press […]
Read morePopular Referendum – May 28, 2017: Supreme Court of Cassation’s Press Release
The Supreme Court of Cassation – Referendum Central Office, by ordinance of 27/7/2017, pursuant to art. 39 L 25/5/70 n. 375, has ordered that all operations for the referendum initially scheduled to take place on 28/5/17 must have no longer any course.
Read moreVisit in Campidoglio of Ms Tasila Lungu, member of the Lusaka Municipality.
Ms Tasila Lungu, a member of the Lusaka Municipality and daughter of the President of the Republic of Zambia, visited the Capitol of Rome on Tuesday, April 18, accompanied by Laura Baldassarre, alderwoman of the Municipality of Rome. During the meeting, they discussed topics of particular importance to both, above all, on the contribution of public administrations […]
Read moreFilm Contest “As in a mirror – Italy seen out of Italy”
On the occasion of the XVII edition of the Week of Italian Language in the World (16-22 October 2017), this year dedicated to “Italian to movies, Italian in cinema”, the Società Dante Alighieri, in concert with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the Swiss Confederation, promotes the film contest “As in a mirror […]
Read moreEU Statement on Political Tensions in Zambia
Political tensions in Zambia have increased over past weeks and in particular with the events surrounding the arrest of opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema in recent days. Calm and to refrain from any actions and rhetoric likely to aggravate the situation are much needed. The Zambian people expect all parties to engage in dialogue to contribute […]
Read moreJoint Action for the Promotion of Italian Higher Education (Rome, 28 March 2017)
On March 28th at the Farnesina in Rome was held the Joint Action for the Promotion of Italian Higher Education Abroad, organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, University and Research (MIUR). Purpose of the event was to to make more visible the outstanding […]
Read moreINTERNATIONAL DIALOGUE FORUM “STARTING FROM GIRLS. WOMEN FORUM ON INEQUALITY AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH” (Rome, April 7-8)
On 7 and 8 April 2017, the Farnesina will host “Starting from girls. Women Forum on inequality and sustainable growth”, an International Dialogue Forum. The forum is organized as part of the Italian G7 Presidency activities in cooperation with WE-Women Empower the World, the Aspen Initiative for Europe, and Valore D. “Strengthening young women’s rights […]
Read moreENEL signs 25-Year PPA with ZAMBIAN National Utility ZESCO
Enel, acting through its Renewable Energies Division Enel Green Power (EGP), has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with Zambia’s state-owned utility ZESCO for the 34 MW Ngonye1 PV solar project won in June following the first round tender of the Scaling Solar programme, which was launched by state-owned investment holding company Industrial Development Corporation […]
Read moreVisit in Zambia of Hon Cécile Kyenge, MEP, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome
The celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome was celebrated in Lusaka in a televised debate on the relations between Europe and Africa, broadcasted in prime time on ZNBC, and attended by prominent personalities including Hon Cécile Kyenge, arrived on purpose from Europe, the Assistant Secretary of COMESA, Amb. Kipyego Cheluget, the […]
Read moreItalian government Scholarships for foreign and IRE students. Academic Year 2017/2018
ITALIAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018 Applications start March 27th 2017 Necessary Documents – Academic Year 2017-2018: Download the call for applicationsApply on-lineList of countries eligible for scholarshipsGuidelinesList of contacts In order to facilitate the international students’ choice, on the website of MIUR UNIVERSITALY it is possible to consult the courses in […]
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