05:00
Italian defense minister: NATO must adapt to new global realities
NATO needs to evolve to meet today’s changing world, Italy’s Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said Friday.
03:00
Deals worth $1.4 billion signed at Africa investment summit
The EU Commission signed five major agreements with Africa, securing over €1.2 billion ($1.38 billion) in investments and guarantees, EU President Ursula von der Leyen announced Friday.
14:30
Transport Strike
National transport strike paralyses travel across Italy
A nationwide transport strike on Friday disrupted travel across Italy, with major delays and cancellations reported in rail, air, and public transit services.
18:30
Meloni, Trump discuss Iran-Israel tensions at G7, urge return to negotiations
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump met on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada to call for renewed negotiations over Iran and efforts to de-escalate the worsening Middle East crisis.
02:00
Meloni meets NATO chief
Meloni meets NATO chief before defence summit
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Rome on Thursday in preparation for the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague later this month, where defence spending will be a key focus.
15:45
Italy faces over 5% GDP loss by 2050 if climate action stalls
Climate change could slash over 5% from Italy’s GDP by 2050 if no action is taken, according to the national budget watchdog, highlighting the urgent need for global emissions cuts.
23:30
Italy’s referendums on citizenship and labour fail due to low turnout
Italian efforts to ease citizenship laws and tighten labor protections failed on Monday after low voter turnout rendered the referendums invalid, marking a political win for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and a blow to the centre-left opposition.
11:00
Kazakhstan to expand exports to Italy by over $1 billion
Kazakhstan aims to boost exports to Italy by over $1 billion, focusing on high-value, non-resource goods, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced at the first Central Asia–Italy Summit.
15:06
Macron to visit Italian PM after rivalry sparks tensions over Ukraine and trade
French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday in a bid to ease tensions over Ukraine, U.S. ties, and EU trade strategies, amid growing disagreements between the two leaders.
10:30
world news
EU approves UK, Italy, Japan venture for new fighter jet
The European Commission has given the green light to a joint venture between BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. to lead the development of a next-generation fighter jet.
11:17
Central Asia-Italy
Central Asia–Italy summit concludes with joint declaration
Leaders of Central Asian countries and Italy convened in Astana for the first Central Asia–Italy summit, culminating in the adoption of a Joint Declaration aimed at deepening political, economic, and cultural cooperation.
17:34
Kazakhstan, Italy sign new agreements to bolster strategic ties
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni adopted a joint statement to expand their strategic partnership following talks held on Friday in Astana.
14:51
Italian PM calls Kazakhstan "strategic partner" in Central Asia
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described Kazakhstan as an “strategic partner” in Central Asia during a meeting with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Astana, according to a statement from the Kazakh presidency issued today.
16:50
Uzbekistan and Italy strengthen the strategic partnership
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's first visit to Central Asia has begun in Uzbekistan. In Samarkand, a high-level meeting between Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Italian officials resulted in the signing of several protocols and intergovernmental agreements.
10:20
Meloni to host Macron for talks in Rome on 3 June
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will welcome French President Emmanuel Macron to Rome on 3 June for bilateral and international discussions, her office confirmed.
23:33
Italy's Meloni will host Macron in Rome on June 3, her office says
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will host French President Emmanuel Macron for talks in Rome on June 3, Meloni's office said on Wednesday.
17:48
forum
Italy and Kazakhstan explore $8 Billion in strategic partnerships at supply chain forum in Astana
Italy and Kazakhstan are expanding their economic cooperation, with more than $8 billion in potential partnerships under discussion across critical sectors such as energy, agriculture, logistics, and technology.
15:00
Central Asia
Kazakhstan and Italy sign €180 million in deals at Astana Forum
At the Astana International Forum, Kazakhstan and Italy signed 10 memorandums worth €180 million, marking a new chapter in bilateral cooperation focused on industry, green energy, logistics, and technology
23:09
Italy’s Meloni flags high energy costs as top economic concern
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says rising energy prices are the main economic concern for her government.
18:48
Central Asia-Italy
Giorgia Meloni to visit Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan ahead of Central Asia–Italy summit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan in late May as part of a diplomatic tour, culminating in her participation in the first-ever Central Asia–Italy summit in Astana.
00:35
Italy has delivered weapons worth 3 billion euros to Ukraine since 2022
Since November 2022, Italy has provided Ukraine with nearly 3 billion euros worth of weapons and ammunition, Defense Minister Guido Crosetto confirmed.
23:57
Germany and Italy: Europe not ready to discuss troop deployment in Ukraine
Germany and Italy say Europe is still focused on ending the war in Ukraine — not on sending soldiers.
13:08
Italy's airplanes
A showcase of Italy’s 10 best-looking airplanes
From record-breaking seaplanes to sleek postwar transports and combat-tested fighters, Italy’s aviation history is rich with daring design and engineering brilliance. These ten aircraft showcase the best of Italian innovation, style, and legacy.
15:30
World news
Will the papacy return to Italy after decades of foreigners?
As Catholic cardinals prepare to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, a key question arises: will the papacy return to an Italian after nearly 50 years of foreign leadership?
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