L’Italia conclude la Presidenza del Support Group di UNDRR per l’anno 2023-2024 (Ginevra 24 giugno 2024)
Si è concluso oggi il periodo di Presidenza italiana del Support Group dell’ufficio ONU per la Riduzione dei Rischi di Disastri (UNDRR), esercitato dal Rappresentante Permanente d’Italia presso le Nazioni Unite e le altre Organizzazioni Internazionali a Ginevra, Ambasciatore Vincenzo Grassi. Nel corso del suo mandato, la Presidenza italiana ha indirizzato le attività del […]
Read moreStatement of Italy during the Interactive Dialogue on High Commissioner’s annual report at the 56th session of the Human Rights Council
The Permanent Representative of Italy to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva, Ambassador Vincenzo Grassi, took the floor today during the Interactive Dialogue on High Commissioner’s annual report, in the framework of the 56th session of the Human Rights Council. “The protection and promotion of human rights and the fight against all […]
Read moreStatement of Italy during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on with the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan at the 56th session of the Human Rights Council
The Permanent Representative of Italy to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva, Ambassador Vincenzo Grassi, took the floor today during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, in the framework of the 56th session of the Human Rights Council. “It is essential that […]
Read moreToast on the occasion of the luncheon offered at the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Brindisi
Brindisi, 13/06/2024 Ladies and Gentlemen, Heads of State and Government, Distinguished Participants, It is my pleasure to welcome you. Compared to the G7 summit that Italy hosted seven years ago in Taormina, the international context has undergone profound transformations. In this critical moment, we observe the accelerating transformation driven by globalisation take an abrupt […]
Read moreILO. Minister of Labour and Social Policies Ms Marina Calderone at the 112th International Labor Conference in Geneva
“The ongoing digital and green transitions entail to increasingly invest in people and skills. This means strengthening our commitment and investment in training systems, thus providing workers with adequate levels of skills in all sectors throughout their lives.” This was stated by the Minister of Labour and Social Policies, Ms Marina Calderone, speaking at the […]
Read moreCelebration of the National Day of the Italian Republic at the Permanent Mission in Geneva
On the 4th of June, the Residence of the Italian Permanent Representative in Geneva hosted the annual celebration of the National Day of the Italian Republic. In front of a numerous and qualified representation of the Geneva diplomatic community and in the presence, among others, of the Director General of the International Organisation for Migration, […]
Read moreMinister Tajani: Italy is committed to protecting and promoting human rights on International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
On International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), the theme of which this year was “No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all”, the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, met with representatives of the “Globe MAE” Association – a network of LGBTI employees […]
Read moreStatement by President Meloni on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Safeguarding and defending the dignity of all people is enshrined in our Constitution. It is a priority for all institutions, at all levels, to combat all forms of discrimination, violence and intolerance and to invest in prevention and victim support. It is also our duty to keep the international community focused on the persecution and […]
Read more“Red Bench” at the Permanent Mission of Italy, symbolizing the commitment in the fight against gender-based violence.
In the framework of Italy’s constant commitment both at national and international level in the fight against all forms of violence against women and gender discrimination, the Permanent Mission of Italy in Geneva took the opportunity of the “red benches” initiative, promoted by the “Farnesina” at the entire Italian diplomatic-consular network, to connect the installment […]
Read moreAddress by the President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, at the General Assembly of the United Nations: “Italy, United Nations and multilateralism. Tackling common challenges”
New York, 7 May 2024 Mr. President of the General Assembly, Mr. Secretary-General, Permanent Representatives, I greatly appreciate the opportunity of addressing you, in this hall, the symbolic venue where the wills of peoples meet, shortly after the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and after the 70th anniversary of Italy’s […]
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