From Day One, the Biden-Harris Administration has prioritized addressing the climate crisis both at home and as a core element of our national security and foreign policy. The climate crisis is reshaping our physical world, with the Earth’s climate changing faster than at any point in modern history and extreme weather events becoming more frequent ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate, National Security
Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. Alternatively, travelers to the U.S. may provide documentation from a licensed health care provider of having recovered from COVID-19 in the 90 days preceding travel.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health, Health Alert, quarantine, travel restriction, virus
Let me start if I can by telling you why I’ve come here, to Ecuador, on my first visit as Secretary to South America. There’s a thread that runs throughout every part of United States policy, domestic and foreign, and that is working to make democracy work for all people. That’s the focus of this ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Democracy
The Library of Congress’ digital collections are stocked with billions of items. By preserving digitized information on a variety of subjects, the library is protecting important glimpses of history. The materials include papers from 23 American presidents (including Thomas Jefferson’s rough draft of the Declaration of Independence), man-on-the-street interviews after the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Library of Congress
Women entrepreneurs in the United States are creating and running companies that produce modest fashion and dispel stereotypes about business and glamour in the process. Sales of modest clothing represent one of the fastest-growing segments of the global fashion industry and total an estimated $283 billion, according to MLC Media, a Chicago-based marketing strategy firm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Fashion
That’s why the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Trevor Noah Foundation teamed up to fund Education Changemakers. The program is implemented by the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center Southern Africa. Meet four Changemakers alumni. Each in their own way seeks to improve education in communities across the African continent. Their creative ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Africa
Jill and I are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and a patriot of unmatched honor and dignity, General Colin Powell. The son of immigrants, born in New York City, raised in Harlem and the South Bronx, a graduate of the City College of New York, he rose to the highest ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 October, 2021 | Topics: News
As Special Representative for Afghan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad steps down from his role, I extend my gratitude for his decades of service to the American people. Thomas West, who previously served as the Deputy Special Representative, will be the Special Representative for Afghanistan. Special Representative West, who served on then-Vice President Biden’s national security team and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Two journalists won the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for their reporting on increasingly authoritarian regimes, highlighting the vital role of free expression in protecting peace and democracy. Maria Ressa, chief executive of the website Rappler, won for exposing abuse of power, violence and growing authoritarianism in the Philippines, the Nobel Committee said October 8. Dmitry ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Nobel Prize
It’s one of the first things mothers teach children: Wash your hands with soap and water. But experts, like Mom, say most of us are not doing it right. Believe it or not, poor hand-washing habits are a big problem, especially in hospitals, where doctors and nurses fail to wash their hands properly half the time. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: CdC
As announced by the White House today, the new travel policy requiring foreign nationals traveling to the United States to demonstrate proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 will take effect November 8. The CDC’s website explains that, for purposes of entry into the United States, the accepted vaccines will include FDA approved or authorized and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 October, 2021 | Topics: News
Location: Various locations throughout Rome. Event(s): Multiple demonstrations, see below. Additional anti-Vaccination and anti-Green Pass demonstrations, are likely to continue throughout the month of October in Rome. NOTE: In addition to the demonstrations listed below, Italian police anticipate protests in the lead up to and during the upcoming Rome G20 Leader’s Summit on October 30th and 31st. Location ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Jill Biden will travel to Rome, Italy for the G20 Leaders’ Summit on October 30-31. Additional information about individual bilateral engagements on the margins of the G20 will be forthcoming.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: G20 Italy 2021, U.S. President Biden
Since the earliest days of this Administration, President Biden has made clear that our foreign policy would be grounded in America’s most cherished democratic values: defending freedom, championing opportunity, upholding human rights and fundamental freedoms, respecting the rule of law, and treating everyone with dignity. He also promised to restore American engagement internationally and renew ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
The Department of State has awarded Caddell Construction Company LCC of Montgomery, Alabama the construction contract, managed by Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), for the new U.S. Consulate General in Milan, Italy. SHoP Architects of New York is the architect. The approximately 10-acre campus will provide a secure, sustainable, and resilient platform for U.S. diplomacy in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Consulate Milan
Free, independent media allow the public to make informed decisions, hold leaders accountable and hear a diversity of opinions — all free of government influence. Journalists in the United States can report on public health questions, question elected officials — sometimes aggressively — and raise controversial issues without fear of reprisal. “Information and knowledge are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Independent Press
The United States is among the many nations committing to major greenhouse gas reductions ahead of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) this November. “More and more countries are emboldening their commitments to climate action — and they’re reaping the benefits for their people and their economies,” said U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Women are a huge part of the agricultural labor force in developing countries — up to 50% in sub-Saharan Africa.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Agriculture
At the 48th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC), September 13 – October 11, the United States advanced country-specific and thematic actions to promote greater respect for the human rights and fundamental freedoms of women and girls, LGBTQI+ persons, indigenous persons, members of ethnic and religious minority groups, older persons, and other marginalized ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
Private citizens and faith-based groups in the United States are getting desperately needed food, medicine and medical equipment to the Cuban people during a historic crisis. The humanitarian exemptions built into the U.S. embargo on Cuba mean that food donations to nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) or individuals in Cuba help the Cuban people.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - Cuba
President Biden met virtually with G20 Leaders today to discuss Afghanistan. The G20 Leaders were joined by Leaders of G20 guest countries and international financial institutions. The Leaders discussed the critical need to maintain a laser-focus on our enduring counterterrorism efforts, including against threats from ISIS-K, and ensuring safe passage for those foreign nationals and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: G20 Italy 2021
During a visit to an orphanage in Kenya in 2008, Celeste Mergens, a humanitarian aid worker from Washington state, learned that girls were sitting on cardboard for several days each month, often going without food unless someone would bring it to them. That is when Mergens said she first learned that many women and girls ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: empowers women
In the 80 years since President Franklin Delano Roosevelt delivered his Four Freedoms speech — citing freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want and freedom from fear — the United States has made these democratic principles central to its foreign policy. Today, the United States continues to champion human rights as a critical component of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
The United States is working with Haitian leaders to address the root causes of the Haitian migration crisis. Brian A. Nichols, U.S. assistant secretary of state for Western Hemisphere affairs, traveled to Haiti September 30 to October 1. He met with political and civil society leaders to discuss solutions to benefit all Haitians.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: migration
The climate crisis poses a serious threat to the Department of State’s mission of advancing the interests, health, safety, and economic prosperity of the American people. With thousands of personnel spread out over 270 posts in 190 countries, the Department understands the urgency of frequent extreme weather events and other climate impacts taking place around ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today in Paris. Secretary Blinken thanked Foreign Minister Di Maio for close coordination on Afghanistan, including Italy’s support for the temporary transit of thousands of Afghans through Naval Air Station Sigonella.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken and Minister Di Maio
Well, good morning, everyone. Just a special pleasure to be with my good friend and colleague, Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio. We have been working very, very closely together these past nine months, and in particular, besides our work here at the OECD, Luigi, very much looking forward to continuing to work on the Italian ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 October, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken and Minister Di Maio
Today in The Hague, the United States and 44 other countries submitted questions to the Russian Federation regarding the poisoning of Mr. Aleksey Navalny on Russian soil last year. The presentation of these questions coincides with the Ninety-Eighth Session of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Executive Council, a 41-member policy-making body charged ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Chemical Weapons
The United States is stepping up efforts to combat corruption and support honest governance around the world. President Biden, in a June 3 memorandum, elevated the fight against global corruption to a national security priority. Anti-corruption efforts are one of three pillars of the Summit for Democracy that Biden will host December 9-10. The other two ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Democracy
A technology designer, a landscape ecologist and a radio producer for Spanish-speaking communities in the Americas are among the 25 recipients of the 2021 MacArthur Foundation fellowships, often called “genius grants.” “As we emerge from the shadows of the past two years, this class of 25 fellows helps us reimagine what’s possible,” said Cecilia Conrad, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: MacArthur Foundation
Australia, India, Japan and the United States are strengthening cooperation through their Quad partnership to tackle pressing challenges in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. “We are four major democracies with a long history of cooperation,” President Biden said while hosting the first in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit at the White House September 24. “We know how to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Foreign Policy
The Amur leopard runs 60 kilometers per hour and leaps 6 meters horizontally and 3 meters vertically. Yet this remarkable cat, like so many other animals, is endangered. The first step you can take toward conserving animal species is to understand what harms them.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Wildlife
Thank you very much, Taoiseach. Secretary-General Guterres, thank you for your presence, thank you for your leadership on climate. And Taoiseach, thank you so much for convening today’s discussion, for putting the connection between climate and security on the Security Council’s agenda. And thank you as well, together with our colleagues from Niger, for the important work ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: United Nations
As I said yesterday at the United Nations, nothing is more urgent than all of us working together to defeat COVID-19. And that — that world is going to be much better prepared for future pandemics. We have to do both. This summit is about supercharging our efforts in three key areas: vaccinating the world ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Vaccination is the most effective response to the COVID pandemic. The United States and the EU are technological leaders in advanced vaccine platforms, given decades of investments in research and development. It is vital that we aggressively pursue an agenda to vaccinate the world. Coordinated U.S. and EU leadership will help expand supply, deliver in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, my fellow delegates, to all those who dedicate themselves to this noble mission of this institution: It’s my honor to speak to you for the first time as President of the United States. We meet this year in a moment of — intermingled with great pain and extraordinary possibility. We’ve lost ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - UN
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Di Maio discussed U.S. and Italian collaboration to mobilize an effective global response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 September, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: U.S. and Italy
The United States and European Union announced today the Global Methane Pledge, an initiative to reduce global methane emissions to be launched at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 26) in November in Glasgow. President Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urged countries at the U.S.-led Major Economies Forum on Energy and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - EU
The United States and international partners are ensuring COVID-19 vaccines reach people in remote and traditionally underserved communities around the world. The United States is providing more than 600 million safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine doses — with no political strings attached — to developing countries and economies. Most donations are through COVAX, an international partnership designed to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Hispanic writers, painters, actors, singers, filmmakers and fashion designers are prominent in the U.S. arts scene. These eight greats have drawn on their Latin American roots as well as the complexity and richness of their American experience to shape the artistic landscape
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american culture
Today, National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy convened the sixth National Climate Task Force meeting where she was joined by Cabinet members and senior leadership from across the federal government. The Climate Task Force discussed the President’s recent travel to New York, New Jersey, Idaho, California, and Colorado, which demonstrates the mounting costs of the climate ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Folks, last week, I laid out a six-point plan for the fall to beat this pandemic, and it’s based on what science tells us. And vaccination is key to getting the pandemic under control and keeping — and keeping the economy strong. And the first part of the plan is to vaccinate the unvaccinated. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
A strong democracy encourages a free press — one that keeps the public informed, enables a diversity of voices, and holds leaders accountable. There’s so much news around us — on the internet, television and radio and in newspapers — it’s easy to forget what an important role reporters play. In the U.S., the press ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Democracy
Mr. Chairman, thank you very much. Ranking Member Risch, thank you very much. And to all members, I appreciate the opportunity to be with all of you today to discuss our policy on Afghanistan, including where we are, how we got here, and where we’re going in the weeks and months ahead. For 20 years, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Foreign Relations
On this International Day of Democracy, we underscore our support for democracy as we strive toward a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world. The United States places democracy and human rights at the center of our foreign policy; they are essential elements in achieving and sustaining peace and stability the world over. Our commitment is firm and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Democracy
At 11:00 am on Saturday, September 11, 2021, an estimated 20 members of Potere al Popolo Firenze will demonstrate against U.S. treatment of Julian Assange by the parking lot east of the US Consulate General. A police presence is anticipated at the event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Good evening, my fellow Americans. I want to talk to you about where we are in the battle against COVID-19, the progress we’ve made, and the work we have left to do. And it starts with understanding this: Even as the Delta variant 19 [sic] has — COVID-19 — has been hitting this country hard, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will join the Department of State workforce in honoring the lives and memories of those we lost in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Secretary Blinken will host the ceremony at 9:00 a.m. EDT on Friday, September 10, at the Department of State. Under Secretary for Arms Control and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: September 11 Commemoration
Just before arriving here in Germany, I was in Doha; I had a chance to meet with our friend, Foreign Minister Al Thani, and the emir as well and to thank them personally for Qatar’s remarkable partnership with all of us and particularly in allowing the transit of more than 58,000 people evacuated from Afghanistan, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Before I really begin, I want to say that I think one of the biggest things that’s changed is — my dear mother, God bless her soul, used to say, “Out of everything bad, something good will come if you look hard enough for it.” And I think one of the good things that’s come ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Labor Union
The United States mobilized an unprecedented, global effort through our diplomatic channels to evacuate U.S. citizens, personnel from partner nations, and at-risk Afghans from Kabul. In total, the United States and our partners relocated more than 124,000 people to safety, including 6,000 U.S. citizens. With support from partners and allies, the United States put together a global network – consisting of more than ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
First, our new team in Doha is up and running. Second, we’re in constant contact with Americans who remain in Afghanistan and may still wish to leave. We’ve assigned case management teams to each remaining American citizen who has expressed an interest in leaving. As you know, starting in March, we sent 19 separate notices ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
“The United States has successfully evacuated and facilitated the evacuation of over 100,000 people and their families on U.S. military and coalition flights. The departure of planes bound for the United States is the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of American citizens and Afghans who have undergone much hardship,” said Thomas Smitham, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today. Secretary Blinken extended the United States’ deep appreciation for Italy’s support for evacuation and relocation operations from Afghanistan and discussed with Foreign Minister Di Maio plans for diplomatic, security, and humanitarian engagement in Afghanistan.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 September, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Afghanistan
When Bushai Ayat Othou learned COVID-19 vaccine doses would be available in South Sudan, she felt elated. But rumors and misinformation soon raised concerns in her mind. A UNICEF myth-debunking session, held in the Malakal region, gave Othou confidence in the vaccine and she received her shot the first day it was available. “We saw ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
We continue to closely monitor events and carefully assess conditions in Afghanistan. The safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas remain a top priority.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 September, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Last night in Kabul, the United States ended 20 years of war in Afghanistan — the longest war in American history. We completed one of the biggest airlifts in history, with more than 120,000 people evacuated to safety. That number is more than double what most experts thought were possible. No nation — no nation ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
The United States is committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with security and prosperity for all nations, Vice President Harris said. In a major speech in Singapore August 24, Harris outlined an “optimistic vision” for the Indo-Pacific region based on partnerships between nations committed to freedom of navigation, trade, human rights and sustainable growth. “The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Indo-Pacific
Eighteen days ago, the United States and our allies began our evacuation and relocation operation in Kabul. As you just heard from the Pentagon, a few hours ago, that operation was completed. More than 123,000 people have been safely flown out of Afghanistan. That includes about 6,000 American citizens. This has been a massive military, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
We are all committed to ensuring that our citizens, nationals and residents, employees, Afghans who have worked with us and those who are at risk can continue to travel freely to destinations outside Afghanistan. We have received assurances from the Taliban that all foreign nationals and any Afghan citizen with travel authorization from our countries ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
On Monday, August 30, 2021, the United States will host a virtual ministerial meeting with key partners on Afghanistan, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Turkey, Qatar, the European Union, and NATO. The participants will discuss an aligned approach for the days and weeks ahead.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
This morning, I met with my national security team in Washington and my commanders in the field. We discussed the strike that U.S. forces took last night against the terrorist group ISIS-K in Afghanistan. I said we would go after the group responsible for the attack on our troops and innocent civilians in Kabul, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
U.S. emergency workers are rushing to assist Haiti after a massive earthquake, searching for survivors, airlifting them to hospitals and delivering urgent humanitarian assistance. President Biden authorized an immediate response after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti on August 14. The earthquake killed at least 2,200 people and injured more than 12,000 as of August ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Haiti Earthquake
Been a tough day. This evening in Kabul, as you all know, terrorists attacked — that we’ve been talking about and worried about, that the intelligence community has assessed has [was] undertaken — an attack — by a group known as ISIS-K — took the lives of American service members standing guard at the airport, and wounded ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Today’s bombings around the Kabul airport were a devastating reminder of the dangerous conditions in which our servicemembers and diplomats are operating as we conclude the United States’ 20-year military mission in Afghanistan. As the President said, the servicemembers who were killed and wounded today are heroes. They put their lives on the line to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
As a mark of respect for the U.S. service members and other victims killed in the terrorist attack on August 26, 2021, in Kabul, Afghanistan, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
We’ve seen time and again how the technologies we rely on — from our cell phones to pipelines, to the electric grid — can become targets of ha- — hackers and criminals. At the same time, our skilled cybersecurity workforce has not grown fast enough to keep pace. We’re about — the estimates many of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Cybersecurity
After a strict process, the FDA has reaffirmed its findings that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective, and the FDA has given its full and final approval. So let me say this loudly and clearly: If you have — if you’re one of the millions of Americans who said that they will not ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Vaccines have helped limit the spread of many deadly diseases and enabled us to eradicate smallpox. Innovators in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom and other countries have developed safe and effective vaccines against COVID-19 that are helping fight the pandemic. U.S. pharmaceutical firm Moderna and German-based BioNTech, in partnership with U.S.-based Pfizer, have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
The Olympic and Paralympic Games unite the world in peaceful competition. Delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the
2020 Summer Paralympic Games run August 24 through September 5 in Tokyo. The United States celebrates the athletes whose feats of strength, beauty, grace and sportsmanship remind us all of our shared humanity.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Paralympics
As the United States mobilizes an unprecedented, global effort to evacuate Americans, personnel from partner nations, and vulnerable Afghans, we are working closely with our allies to ramp up evacuation/relocation operations. Our focus right now is getting people out of harm’s way. To do that, the United States is working with the government of Italy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 August, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Afghanistan
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke today with Italian Minister of Defense Lorenzo Guerini regarding the latest developments in Afghanistan. He expressed appreciation for the continued close coordination between Italy and the United States to safely evacuate our citizens, at-risk Afghans who supported the coalition war effort, and vulnerable Afghan nationals.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
President Biden will virtually meet with G7 leaders on August 24, 2021. The leaders will discuss continuing our close coordination on Afghanistan policy and evacuating our citizens, the brave Afghans who stood with us over the last two decades, and other vulnerable Afghans. They will also discuss plans to provide humanitarian assistance and support for Afghan refugees. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 August, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Afghanistan
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Mario Draghi of Italy talked today about the latest developments in Afghanistan. They discussed the importance of continued close coordination between their military and civilian personnel in Kabul, who are working together tirelessly to safely evacuate their citizens, Afghans who courageously supported us and NATO in the war effort, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Good afternoon. I’ve just met with the Vice President, Secretary Blinken, Secretary Austin, National Security Advisor Sullivan, and other members the national security leadership team in the Situation Room to discuss our ongoing efforts to evacuate American citizens, third-country civilians, Afghan allies, and vulnerable Afghans. And I want to provide the American people with a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
We are united in our deep concern about the grave events in Afghanistan and call for an immediate end to the violence. We also express deep concerns about reports of serious human rights violations and abuses across Afghanistan. We affirm our commitment to the statement by the UN Security Council on 16 August, and we ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
Good afternoon. I want to speak today to the unfolding situation in Afghanistan: the developments that have taken place in the last week and the steps we’re taking to address the rapidly evolving events. My national security team and I have been closely monitoring the situation on the ground in Afghanistan and moving quickly to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 August, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
President Biden is pleased to announce that in December he will bring together leaders from a diverse group of the world’s democracies at a virtual Summit for Democracy, to be followed in roughly a year’s time by a second, in-person Summit.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 August, 2021 | Topics: News
In commemoration of Eid al-Adha, we honor Muslim frontline worker Younes El Sharkawy, who embodies the universal values of service, selflessness, and compassion in service to bettering the lives of others. During the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy, Younes El Sharkawy, a medical student at the University of Brescia, volunteered with Bresciasoccorso’s ambulance service and worked ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
Carissa Moore of Honolulu, Hawaii, is the top-ranked female surfer in the world and a four-time world champion. She won a world title at 18, becoming the youngest person to achieve that feat. Moore is one of four Americans competing for the USA Surfing Team in the sport’s Olympic debut in Tokyo. Moore learned to surf ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Olympic
Before I turn to today’s announcement, I want to take a moment to address a few urgent matters. First, I want to condemn again the attack on Friday against the commercial ship the Mercer Street, which was peacefully transiting through the north Arabian Sea in international waters when it was targeted by a drone laden ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 August, 2021 | Topics: News
Washing your hands frequently is one of the best ways to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but access to soap and water is a challenge for some 3 billion people worldwide. That’s why the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), through its Water for the World (PDF, 171 KB) programs, provides water and hygiene products and promotes the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: USAID
The United States and international partners are investing $80 billion in Africa’s private sector to help end the COVID-19 pandemic and spur sustainable growth. The commitment that the Group of Seven (G7) nations and international development banks announced in June will support renewable energy and infrastructure development, as well as Africa’s manufacturing, agriculture and technology ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
Preserving our planet requires the collective action of every nation on earth. Each country must do its part, even if its contribution is small, said Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry. “We have to make choices — together. Life is about choices,” Kerry said at the Royal Botanic Gardens in London on July 20. “So is ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
The Olympics are about more than dazzling feats of athletic prowess, stirring pageantry and how often a country’s anthem is played during gold medal presentations. They also sound a clarion call for world peace. It’s a tradition dating back to the first games in 776 B.C.E., when the kings of three warring Greek city-states struck a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Olympic
On July 28, Charge d’Affaires Thomas Smitham hosted an event in honor of American actor Harvey Keitel who was in Italy as Honorary President of the Filming Italy Sardinia Festival. CDA Smitham gave remarks expressing solidarity with the people of Sardinia who are suffering from devastating fires. The CDA also highlighted the power of culture ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: CdA Smitham, Harvey Keitel
Today, the United States is launching a plan to address the root causes of irregular migration from Central America and to manage migration humanely throughout North and Central America. As President Biden announced shortly after taking office, the United States is committed to a multi-year, $4 billion, comprehensive, regional strategy to improve people’s lives throughout ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: migration
It’s the oft-asked question of impatient children going on a vacation. Last year, for 237 million people during the COVID-19 pandemic, “there” referred to one of America’s national parks. The National Park Service, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, controls 423 national parks and employs 20,000 people, including park rangers, to look after them.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Parks
Violence against journalists is blatant repression. However, authoritarian regimes are finding that less obvious, nonviolent tactics like freezing assets, revoking licenses or blocking access to ink can shutter newspapers without provoking international outcry, according to the watchdog group Reporters Without Borders. “Someone not paying close attention may assume that the newspaper was the victim of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: China
22 luglio 2021 La seguente intervista è apparsa sul quotidiano “La Repubblica” del giorno 22 luglio 2021 di Maurizio Molinari “By protecting the environment we have a real possibility of making life better for people; we are on the verge of the greatest change since the industrial revolution”. U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London July 20, 2021 Thank you Robin for a remarkably generous introduction. Ladies and gentlemen I accept the nomination. [laughter] I really appreciate Robin being here and I’m a great admirer of the incredible work of Chatham House, so thank you very, very much for being ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
The United States is pleased to announce nearly $155 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Iraq as well as Iraqi refugees in the region and generous communities hosting them. With this additional funding from the State Department and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. humanitarian support for Iraq amounts to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Humanitarian Assistance, Iraq
The U.S. Department of State’s Investment Climate Statements provide country-specific information on the business climates of more than 170 countries and economies. They are prepared by economic officers stationed in embassies and posts around the world and analyze a variety of economies that are or could be markets for U.S. businesses of all sizes.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry had a phone call on July 14 with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss U.S.-Russia cooperation on combatting the climate crisis. Special Presidential Envoy Kerry emphasized that the United States and Russia have important roles to play, including on reducing greenhouse gas emissions in this critical decade, aiming ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
At the 47th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC), June 21 – July 14, the United States pushed forward on priority issues as an observer state while actively pursuing election to the Council for the 2022-2024 term. We continued to model the integrity we intend to bring to Council leadership, recognizing that we are most ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
Every 10 years, the United States redraws the lines that decide legislative districts at the federal and state levels. In the federal government, each state has two senators, but the 435 House of Representatives seats are divided among the states based on their population. That means the census, which happens every 10 years in years ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Census
But thank you all for being here. I truly appreciate it. Governor, it’s above and beyond the call. Mr. Mayor, I’d compli- — I thought you were a great mayor — still think you are — but your judgment in fiancées is even stronger. And — but — but all of you. And a good ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: voting
The Biden Administration is committed to promoting democratic values that underpin a stable international system critical to freedom, prosperity, and peace. This Administration will defend and protect human rights around the world, and recognizes the prevention of atrocities is a core national security interest and a core moral responsibility. This report highlights countries of concern and whole-of-government ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: 2021 Wiesel Report
Folks, I want to start by recognizing the remarkable protests that are taking place in Cuba, with the Cuban people demanding their freedom from an authoritarian regime. And I don’t think we’ve seen anything like this protest in a long, long time — if, quite frankly, ever. The United States stands firmly with the people ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Gun violence
Radhika Bolakhe, a dairy farmer near Kathmandu, Nepal, used to spend hours manually cutting feed for livestock. But after the Patikhoriya Cooperative invested in training and equipment for its more than 1,300 members, Bolakhe says she can now cut feed in 20 minutes. “We could not afford the machinery needed to chop hay and straw ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: workers worldwide
Good afternoon. Earlier today, I was briefed by our senior military and national security leaders on the status of the drawdown of U.S. forces and allied forces in Afghanistan. When I announced our drawdown in April, I said we would be out by September, and we’re on track to meet that target. Our military ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Afghanistan
In 2020, as governments focused on the COVID-19 pandemic, human traffickers found new ways to perpetrate their crimes, a new State Department report says. Traffickers targeted vulnerable families with fraudulent offers that led to exploitation. And more time online left some more vulnerable to trafficking. Meanwhile, lockdowns and social distancing requirements limited victims’ access to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Human Trafficking
The United States is working with allies across Europe to counter human rights abuses, preserve democracy and tackle climate change. On his trip to Germany, France, Italy and the Vatican, Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the United States’ long-lasting relationships with each of the countries and the United States’ commitment to strengthening the NATO ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. and Nato
The United States is working to develop more avenues for legal migration while also developing efficient, effective and humane ways to enforce current immigration policies. “The President and I are absolutely committed to ensuring that our immigration system is orderly and humane,” said Vice President Harris on a June 25 trip to the U.S.-Mexico border ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Immigrations
When an earthquake begins, a few seconds’ warning can mean the difference between life and death. New U.S. technology will give millions that warning. Already in domestic use, it’s being tested in countries such as Chile, Greece, Israel, the Republic of Korea and Turkey, among other nations. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) partnered with ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Earthquake
The U.S. is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic by providing safe, effective vaccines to as many people as possible while increasing supply. Nations need strong health systems that are able to deliver vaccines. Because COVID-19 disrupted health, education, jobs and the fight against HIV and AIDS in many nations, the U.S is providing humanitarian aid worldwide. By working with partners, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
CDA Smitham It is our custom/tradition to celebrate United States’ Independence Day here in Villa Taverna. Unfortunately, this year it was not possible. However, we are honored to be able to host Minister Di Maio and Secretary of State Blinken to commemorate July 4th in the spirit of friendship between our countries. Secretary Blinken Thank ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 July, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Independence Day 2021
Acting Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs Ian Brownlee shares important steps we are taking toward ensuring the fair treatment of LGBTQI+ U.S. citizens.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Passport
This year’s Trafficking in Persons Report sends a strong message to the world that global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and enduring discriminatory policies and practices, have a disproportionate effect on individuals already oppressed by other injustices. These challenges further compound existing vulnerabilities to exploitation, including human trafficking. We must break this ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: TIP 2021, Trafficking in Person
Women are a powerful force for peace and essential partners in advancing international security. The United States has long championed the safe, meaningful participation of women in our diplomatic, development, and defense efforts. As underscored by the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Act of 2017 and our support of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Peace, Security, Women
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will release the 2021 Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP Report) at 1 p.m. EDT on Thursday, July 1, 2021, in the Benjamin Franklin Room at the U.S. Department of State. As required by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, the TIP Report assesses government efforts around the world to combat ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Trafficking in Person
Well, it’s hard to say what Russia’s goal is because it’s hard to put oneself in – necessarily the mind of Russian leaders. But what I can tell you is this: President Biden met with President Putin recently in Geneva and told him very clearly that we would like a more predictable, stable relationship. And ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken
Secretary Blinken travels to Bari and Matera, Italy, June 28-29, to attend the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where he will reinforce the United States’ commitment to strong coordination with partners and allies to address global challenges, including combating the COVID-19 pandemic, strengthening global health security, supporting democracy and human rights, addressing the climate crisis, preventing famine and acute food insecurity, and fostering a sustainable and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: G20 Matera
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome. Secretary Blinken and President Mattarella emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Italy partnership in the global effort to combat the climate crisis and recover from COVID-19. They also discussed our shared values, including in the context of human rights in China and around the globe, as well as our collective support for Libya’s plan to hold national elections in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken and President Mattarella
I am particularly delighted that we’re meeting so soon after the G7, NATO, the U.S.-EU leader summits. Italy and the United States did significant work together in the leadup to those meetings, and that helped lay the groundwork for the real commitments the countries made at the summits themselves.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken and Minister Di Maio
At the Global Coalition Ministerial in Rome on June 28, the U.S. Department of State wishes to reaffirm its commitment to the Coalition and its goals. The 83-member Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS has worked diligently since 2014 to reduce the threat ISIS poses to international security and our homelands.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: ISIS
Mr. Foreign Minister, Luigi, my friend, thank you so much. And thank you for the extraordinary job in bringing us all together, and it’s wonderful to be with so many colleagues today. Mostly, thank you for hosting what is a very important meeting. And to all of the members of the Global Coalition to Defeat ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: ISIS
The Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS, reconvening in-person after two years, met today in Rome at the invitation of Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Luigi Di Maio and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken. The Ministers reaffirmed their shared determination to continue the fight against Daesh/ISIS, and to create conditions for the enduring defeat of the terrorist ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: ISIS
Well, thank you all very, very much, and Tom, thank you not just for your very kind words but thank you for your remarkable leadership here, and Jenny and Patrick, to both of you as well. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it, we appreciate it, the President appreciates it. And I have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: U.S. Secretary Blinken
In the past few years, mistakes were made. Israel’s bipartisan standing was hurt. We will fix those mistakes together. In the past few days I spoke with a series of American leaders, both Democrats and Republicans. I reminded them all that we share America’s most basic values – freedom, democracy, free markets, the constant search ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. and Israel
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with the heads of the Rome-Based Food Security Agencies today in Rome, including UN World Food Program (WFP) Executive Director David Beasley and UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Director-General Qu Dongyu. Secretary Blinken affirmed the importance of combating global hunger as well as addressing the main drivers ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: FAO, WFP
Prior to his arrival in Rome, Acting Special Envoy Godfrey travelled to Erbil on June 22 for meetings with senior officials from the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq. On June 24, Acting Special Envoy Godfrey led a delegation of officials to northeast Syria to visit the Al-Hol camp for displaced persons, where they heard updates from ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: ISIS
Secretary Antony J. Blinken will travel to Rome and Matera, Italy, June 27-29, where he will meet with Italian President Sergio Mattarella, Prime Minister Mario Draghi, and Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio to discuss the importance of Transatlantic unity and our strong bilateral relationship. They will also discuss the economic and security ties that strengthen ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: U.S. and Italy relationship
The United States joined other leading industrialized nations in the Group of Seven to announce new measures to tackle climate change, both at home and abroad. Through the new Build Back Better World (B3W) Partnership, the G7 nations — Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States — will work together ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: G7
The United States is purchasing a half a billion COVID-19 vaccine doses to donate to nearly 100 developing countries around the world through COVAX. President Biden announced the “monumental commitment by the American people” on June 10, saying the donation lays the foundation for democratic nations’ sustained efforts to rid the world of COVID-19. “We’re ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
The United States is collaborating with Central American leaders — in the government, private sector and civil society — to address the root causes of irregular migration. “Our goal is to work with the people of Central America to create safe, prosperous, democratic societies where citizens can build their own lives with dignity,” said State ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: migration
In Rome, Secretary Blinken and Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio will co-chair a meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS. On the margins of the D-ISIS meeting, the Secretary will participate in a Syria Ministerial to discuss the crisis in Syria and underscore the importance of meeting humanitarian needs. He will also have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken
Bees, bats and butterflies aren’t pests. They’re hardworking pollinators, supporting plant life, ecosystems and agriculture. They also are important enough for the Obama administration to take notice, calling pollinators “critical to the nation’s economy, food security and environmental health.”
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Environment
Malaria kills more than 400,000 people each year, most of them children under age 5. That may change soon, thanks to a promising vaccine developed by U.S. and other researchers. Malaria is spread by mosquitos and infects more than 200 million people annually. The new vaccine, called R21, has proven 77% effective in preventing malaria ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Health
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will join Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Luigi Di Maio in co-hosting a meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS on June 28 to discuss efforts in the campaign to achieve the enduring defeat of ISIS. Ministers will discuss ways to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Global Coalition
I think obviously, as you know, President Biden recently took part in both the NATO and the U.S.-EU summits just last week. And his participation obviously underscored the U.S. commitment to a strong transatlantic partnership. And it’s a partnership based on shared interests and values, and as the Secretary travels, as Ned just mentioned, in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: European and Eurasian Affairs
Today, I join people around the globe in commemorating World Refugee Day, a day when we recognize the courage and humanity of the millions forced to flee violence, persecution, and war. It is also a moment to honor the generosity of communities welcoming refugees and the bravery and dedication of humanitarian workers who provide life-saving ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: World Refugees Day
World Refugee Day presents an opportunity to recognize the courage and resilience of the millions of refugees who have been forced to flee their homes, the generosity of the communities that host them, and the united global response of humanitarian partners that help them. We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: World Refugees Day
In Berlin, the Secretary will attend the Second Berlin Conference on Libya to support national elections in December and the withdrawal of foreign forces. While in Berlin, Secretary Blinken will meet with Chancellor Angela Merkel and Foreign Minister Heiko Maas to highlight the importance of the U.S.-Germany relationship in addressing common challenges and priorities.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary Blinken
Juneteenth, or June 19, is a reflective day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. On January 1, 1863, President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation to abolish slavery. Yet it wasn’t until two and a half years later, on June 19, 1865, that his notice of freedom was received across our country. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Juneteenth
We, President of the United States of America Joseph R. Biden and President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, note the United States and Russia have demonstrated that, even in periods of tension, they are able to make progress on our shared goals of ensuring predictability in the strategic sphere, reducing the risk of armed ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Stability, U.S. - Russia
The United States works to stop forced labor around the world. That’s why it won’t import seafood from a fishing fleet based out of the People’s Republic of China. A yearlong U.S. Customs and Border Protection investigation found evidence that PRC-based Dalian Ocean Fishing Company demonstrated all 11 of the International Labour Organization’s indicators of forced ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Trade
U.S. scientists are developing technologies and new approaches to reduce desertification and in some cases return harmed land to its earlier fertile condition. A classic example of desertification is the 1930s Dust Bowl period in the United States, which devastated Midwestern states. It was a time when severe droughts combined with poor land-management practices to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: News
On June 8-9, 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service at the U.S. Embassy in Rome hosted a regional virtual workshop focused on innovative production technologies. Two U.S. expert scientists were accompanied by experts from Italy, Greece, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and North Macedonia. The scientists agreed that new production technologies are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: Exclude | Tags: Agriculture, USDA
I’m happy to have with me today the members of my Cabinet: Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken; he suffers from the problem of having worked with me for years. And also Trade Representative, Ambassador Katherine Tai, who has made some real progress already. And Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, who was a first-rate governor and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - EU
The United States and the European Union represent 780 million people who share democratic values and the largest economic relationship in the world. We have a chance and a responsibility to help people make a living and keep them safe and secure, fight climate change, and stand up for democracy and human rights. We laid ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - EU
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Prime Minister Draghi of Italy on the margins of the G7 Summit. President Biden pledged to further deepen our strong bilateral ties, highlighting this year’s 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Italy. The President and the Prime Minister pledged to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - EU
Of the seven species, three — the green, hawksbill and Kemp’s ridley sea turtles — are listed as endangered or critically endangered on the Red List of Threatened Species, issued by the nonprofit International Union for Conservation of Nature. Another three — the leatherback, olive ridley and loggerhead sea turtles — are listed as “vulnerable,” ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Environment
The U.S. Agency for International Development is committed to immunizing people everywhere. Immunization is cost-effective, slows or halts preventable disease and gives children a healthy start in life. Most importantly, it saves an estimated 2 million to 3 million lives each year, cutting child deaths globally by at least half. During the last decade, USAID’s child health ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: USAID
The 2015 U.S. Supreme Court decision that ensured a nationwide right to same-sex marriage was a significant milestone on the path to equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) people. The ruling came after many years of activism by individuals, organizations and lawmakers whose work changed hearts, minds, and — eventually ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News
Thank you, very much Chairman Menendez, Ranking Member Risch, all the members of the committee here today. Very much appreciate this opportunity to talk about the proposed budget and how it will help us achieve our national security priorities and deliver results for the American people, which is our common responsibility and common cause. We ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Foreign Relations
The United States is open for business. Together with its international partners, it continues to spur global economic growth. From June 7 to June 11, the 2021 SelectUSA Investment Summit will illustrate just how and give entrepreneurs from around the world the opportunity to make valuable business connections with American partners. Hosted virtually this year by the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: SelectUSA
The United States will celebrate the accomplishments of great American women on new coins, starting with writer Maya Angelou and astronaut Sally Ride in 2022. The U.S. Mint will feature as many as five new women on U.S. quarter dollars each year through 2025. The Mint recently announced that Angelou and Ride will be the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american women
There is only one global ocean — a vast body of water that covers 71 percent of the Earth. That ocean is geographically divided into five ocean basins: the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic and Southern. A healthy planet needs a healthy ocean. The interdependency of the five basins and humans’ dependence on the marine environment ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Protecting ocean
Forty years ago today, five young men in Los Angeles were confirmed as the first known patients stricken with an illness that the world would later come to know as AIDS. In the decades since, more than 700,000 Americans and 32.7 million people worldwide have been lost to AIDS-related illnesses – a heartbreaking human toll ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: HIV
The United States has promised to send a projected 80 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to other nations. On June 3, President Biden announced how the first 25 million will be distributed. In his statement, the president said that at least 75% of the vaccines will go to COVAX — the international partnership working to distribute vaccines to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ensures that food produced in the United States is safe to eat, benefiting consumers at home and abroad. The FDA, the U.S. government’s oldest consumer protection agency, regulates 78% of the U.S. food supply and has conducted international inspections since 1955. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees meat, poultry and egg ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Health
The events we speak of today took place 100 years ago. And yet, I’m the first President in 100 years ever to come to Tulsa — (applause) — I say that not as a compliment about me, but to think about it — a hundred years, and the first President to be here during that entire ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Tulsa Race Massacre
On behalf of the American people, I send my heartfelt congratulations to you and the people of Italy as you celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Italian Republic. This year also marks the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Italy and the United States. The deep, longstanding ties between ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Founding of the Italian Republic, U.S. and Italy
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send sincere congratulations to the people of Italy as they celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Italian Republic.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Founding of the Italian Republic, U.S. and Italy
Today is MemorialDay, the day we honor fallen men and women in the name of freedom. Close in solid friendship, the United States and Italy continue to work together for a more prosperous and democratic world.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Memorial Day 2021
On Memorial Day, we honor and reflect upon the courage, integrity, and selfless dedication of the members of our Armed Forces who have made the greatest sacrifice in service to our Nation. Whether in the waters of the Pacific, on the beachheads of Europe, in the deserts of the Middle East, or in the mountains of Afghanistan, American ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Memorial Day 2021, Presidential Proclamation
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Secretary Blinken and Secretary General Stoltenberg discussed next month’s NATO Summit as well as NATO’s importance to the security and prosperity of the Transatlantic community and the world. The Secretary and the Secretary General stressed that adapting and modernizing NATO to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: US and NATO
You know, certain places, just by chance and circumstance, can become markers in the course of your life or of a na- — of the course of the nation. And for me, Tri-C is one of those places. Just a little over a year ago, March 10, 220- — in 2020, I came to Cleveland ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Economy
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union condemn in the strongest terms the unprecedented action by the Belarusian authorities in arresting independent journalist Raman Pratasevich and his companion, Sofia Sopega, after forcing flight FR4978 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: G7 and Belarus
The United States is a strong partner with African nations, supporting public health and economic growth across the continent. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Akunna Cook told an Africa Day celebration May 25 that the Biden administration is committed to advancing America’s long-standing partnerships with African nations. “We believe in the nations of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Africa
Ntokozo Zakwe grew up in a South African community where girls seldom dreamed of a safe, healthy and hopeful future, or a life free of HIV/AIDS. “There were no mentors or role models. There was poverty, rape and violence,” recalled Zakwe. “All these factors left us vulnerable to HIV.” Today Zakwe is full of hope ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Africa
Louisiana Congressional District 2 includes all of St. James Parish and portions of the following parishes: Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, and West Baton Rouge.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: American Citizens
We, the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States of America wish to make clear that Syria’s May 26 presidential election will neither be free nor fair. We denounce the Assad regime’s decision to hold an election outside of the framework described in UN Security Council Resolution 2254 and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: US and EU
And let me start by conveying the deep condolences of the United States to the families who’ve lost loved ones in the recent violence – the children, the women, the men whose lives were lost. I say this as a father. No child, whether Israeli, Palestinian, or American, is a statistic. We know the human ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Israel-Palestinian
President Biden asked me to come here today, really, for four reasons: First, to demonstrate the commitment of the United States to Israel’s security, to start to work toward greater stability and reduce tensions in the West Bank and Jerusalem, to support urgent humanitarian and reconstruction assistance for Gaza, to benefit the Palestinian people, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Israel-Palestinian
The Global Pursuit of Racial Justice (Video)
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Racial Justice
The Summer of 2020 saw the United States’ biggest protests for racial justice and civil rights in a generation, when deaths of African Americans in police custody brought a national reckoning with systemic racism. As we near the one year anniversary of some of the largest demonstrations in U.S. history, Dr. Alvin Tillery, Associate Professor of Political Science at Northwestern University, discusses: what ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Racial Justice
On Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 3:00PM to 6:30PM, a demonstration sponsored by “Forza Nuova” is planned to protest the Questura of Rome’s denial of the group’s authorization for a prior demonstration. Approximately 1,000 participants are expected. Police have advised that the demonstration has the potential for violence.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
In my conversation with President [Prime Minister] Netanyahu, I commended him for the decision to bring the current hostilities to a close within less than 11 days. I also emphasized what I have said throughout this conflict: The United States fully supports Israel’s right to defend itself against indiscriminate rocket attacks from Hamas and other ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Israel-Palestinian
Foreign ministers, permanent participant heads of delegation, working group representatives, Arctic Council observers and guests, it really is an honor to join you for this meeting of the Arctic Council. And I’m especially pleased to be here today with Senator Lisa Murkowski from Alaska, a longstanding leader and expert on Arctic issues.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Artic Council Ministerial, Climate
Today, at the 12th Arctic Council Ministerial meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, foreign ministers from all eight Arctic States signed onto the 2021 joint declaration reaffirming the Council’s commitment to maintain peace, stability, and constructive cooperation in the Arctic region, emphasizing Arctic States’ unique position to promote responsible governance in the region, and asserting the importance ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Artic Council Ministerial, Climate
Secretary Blinken will lead the U.S. delegation to the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council May 19-20, in Reykjavik, Iceland. The United States will join the seven other Arctic States and six Permanent Participants at this biennial gathering to ensure the region remains free of conflict and to strengthen cooperation on issues such as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Artic Council Ministerial, Climate
Without bees, nearly a third of the plants consumed by humans wouldn’t exist. The hardworking pollinators may be tiny, but they have an enormous impact on the planet. It is no surprise, then, that many American English phrases owe their origin to the work habits of bees. For example, you “make a beeline” when you ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: World Bee Day
The 12th Ministerial meeting of the Arctic Council will mark the end of the two-year Icelandic Chairmanship term. The meeting will be held on 20th May 2021 in Reykjavik, Iceland. It provides an opportunity to review the Council’s activities and accomplishments under Iceland’s Chairmanship. It will also see the Russian Federation assume the role for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Artic Council Ministerial
Senior Official for the U.S. Department of State E Under Secretariat and Acting Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Ambassador Marcia Bernicat previews Secretary Blinken's participation at the Arctic Council Ministerial meetings this week. The United States commends Iceland on their productive Chairmanship these past two years.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Artic Council Ministerial
This year’s May 17 marks 16 years since the first International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). In the intervening period, the United States has endeavored to reaffirm the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all persons, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex persons. To be sure, we have encountered challenges and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: LGBTI
“While progress has been made, human rights abuses against transgender persons, particularly trans women of color and non-binary persons, remain all too common in many countries around the world,” said the State Department’s Scott Busby at a virtual event to honor the Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31. “Governments have an obligation to protect, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: LGBTI
President Biden spoke today with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to convey the U.S. commitment to strengthening the U.S.-Palestinian partnership. They discussed the current tensions in Jerusalem and the West Bank and expressed their shared desire for Jerusalem to be a place of peaceful coexistence for people of all faiths and backgrounds. President Biden updated ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Israel-Palestinian
The President spoke today with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The President reaffirmed his strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself against rocket attacks from Hamas and other terrorist groups in Gaza. He condemned these indiscriminate attacks against towns and cities across Israel. The President updated the Prime Minister on high-level U.S. engagement with regional ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Israel-Palestinian
Special Presidential Envoy John Kerry will travel to Rome, London, and Berlin, May 13-19, 2021, to meet with European government officials and business leaders on enhancing global climate ambition ahead of the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change later this year. In Rome, Special Presidential Envoy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
The annual Report to Congress on International Religious Freedom – the International Religious Freedom Report – describes the status of religious freedom in every country. The report covers government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies to promote religious freedom around the world. The U.S. Department of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: International Religious Freedom Report
Special Presidential Envoy John Kerry will travel to Rome, London, and Berlin, May 13-19, 2021, to meet with European government officials and business leaders on enhancing global climate ambition ahead of the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change later this year. In Rome, Special Presidential Envoy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
It sounds like the plot of a Hollywood blockbuster, but it’s real. NASA scientists will soon launch a mission to change the course of a distant asteroid in a test of technology that could one day save planet Earth from disaster. The Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spaceship could launch as early as July. It ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NASA
The United States stands with partner nations and civil society to ensure the Western Hemisphere remains free and democratic. “The Western Hemisphere is our home,” Vice President Harris said on May 4 during the virtual 51st Washington Conference on the Americas. “And because it is our home, because the people within it are our neighbors, it is imperative ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Vice President Harris
The U.S. government, the private sector and the American people are rallying together to deliver emergency assistance as quickly as possible to India as it battles COVID-19. “We will do everything possible to help India,” Vice President Harris told an audience of Indian diaspora communities May 7. Speaking of her Indian heritage and her family members in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken says the United States will work with other nations to uphold the rules and values that support international peace and cooperation. In May 7 remarks to the U.N. Security Council, Blinken defended a rules-based international order that ushered in the most peaceful and prosperous era in modern history and remains essential ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Peace, Secretary Blinken
When countries came together after World War II to form the United Nations, virtually all of human history up till then indicated that might made right. Competition inevitably led to collision. The rise of a nation or group of nations necessitated the fall of others. Then our nations united in choosing a different path. We ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: UN Security Counc
The U.S. Department of State is commemorating forgotten heroes who gave their lives decades ago advancing America’s diplomatic mission. An ambassador born into slavery, a hero of the War of 1812, and diplomatic envoys to the Republic of Texas stricken with yellow fever are among the 71 historical names recently added to the memorial to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: American Heroes
Tai is the 19th person sworn in as U.S. trade representative since an act of Congress created the position in 1962. Before then, the U.S. Department of State conducted U.S. trade and investment diplomacy. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative was created 13 years later. Today, the agency employs 200 professionals with specialized experience in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Trade
U.S. charities are working to expand access to safe water in communities around the globe. For Isidora Calderon Vargas, a single mother in San Pedro, Bolivia, that means no longer spending 90 minutes each day carrying water to her home. Water for People, based in Denver, has worked in Bolivia since 1997 and in 2019 connected ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: charity, human rights
In the United States, government policies, innovations from the American auto industry and consumer interest in clean air have combined over recent decades to reduce emissions from passenger vehicles. President Biden’s American Jobs Plan includes a $15 billion investment for a national network of 500,000 charging stations to give electric vehicle drivers charging options where they need ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate, Environment
Hakakian and her mother had arrived — as Jewish Iranian refugees — in the U.S in 1985, after Hakakian had come of age during the upheaval and aftermath of the 1979 revolution in her home country. Hakakian is a human rights activist, poet and author whose new book is A Beginner’s Guide to America. On a day ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: cultural
On May 5, 1961, astronaut Alan Shepard became the first American — and the second man — to travel in space when he launched a 15-minute, sub-orbital flight aboard NASA’s Mercury spacecraft Freedom 7. (Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin had completed one orbit of the Earth on April 12, about three weeks earlier.) Shepard, whose mission ushered ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NASA, Space
Tomorrow, the United States joins the international community in celebrating World Press Freedom Day. Information and knowledge are powerful tools, and a free and independent press is the core institution connecting publics to the information they need to advocate for themselves, make informed decisions, and hold governmental officials accountable. The United States advocates for press freedom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: World Press Freedom Day
Michael Collins, the Apollo 11 astronaut who decades ago orbited high above the moon for hours while his two crewmates, Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong, took mankind’s first steps on the moon, died April 28 of cancer. He was 90.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Astronauts, Collins
The United States partners with other countries and international organizations to protect and empower workers around the world. By supporting international labor groups and leveraging trade and development projects, the United States contributes to the protection of workers’ rights and better working conditions for many of the world’s workers.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 May, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. and Humanitarian Aid
Throughout the United States, religious leaders are urging their followers to get vaccinated against COVID-19, dispelling myths and misinformation about the vaccines. Some leaders participate in public health campaigns or offer houses of worship as vaccination sites. And many are getting vaccinated in public or sharing photos of their jab.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
On Tuesday, April 27, CdA Thomas Smitham participated in a ceremony at the Emergency Medicine Unit at Policlinico Umberto I for the donation of medical equipment worth approximately 259 thousand euro. The donation to the Policlinico Umberto I’s ICU consisted of 10 tilting beds, with integrated scales and anti-decubitus mattresses; 10 central multi-parameter monitors, equipped ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
Leaders from around the world committed to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to clean energy at President Biden’s virtual Leaders Summit on Climate. “We made great progress,” Biden said on April 23, the second day of the summit. “I’m grateful to all the leaders who have announced new commitments to help us meet the existential ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
At President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate on April 23, 2021, the United States and United Arab Emirates, with endorsement from the United Kingdom’s COP 26 Presidency, and with support from Australia, Brazil, Denmark, Israel, Singapore, and Uruguay, announced plans to launch the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate). The goal of AIM ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose unprecedented risks to travelers. In light of those risks, the Department of State strongly recommends U.S. citizens reconsider all travel abroad. As travelers face ongoing risks due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State has updated its Travel Advisories this week to better reflect the Centers for Disease Control ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy
On April 22, 1970, millions of Americans rallied together to protect the right of all of us to live free from environmental hazard and harm. On that first Earth Day, they gathered all across America — on college campuses, in public parks, and State capitals — galvanized by a vision of a healthier, more prosperous ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate, Earth Day 2021
Good morning to all of our colleagues around the world — the world leaders who are taking part in this summit. I thank you. You know, your leadership on this issue is a statement to the people of your nation and to the people of every nation, especially our young people, that we’re ready to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate, Earth Day 2021
Today, the 51st Earth Day, we must work together to combat the climate crisis and restore our Earth for the benefit of everyone. Each year, an estimated one billion people around the world mobilize for action on Earth Day, and this year, the United States joins this wave of action. This morning, President Biden will welcome leaders from around the globe to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate, Earth Day 2021
As President Biden and Vice President Harris have made clear, this administration intends to do more than any in U.S. history to meet the climate crisis. What the United States can do at home can make a significant contribution toward keeping the Earth’s warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. That’s why we’re raising our ambitions, as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in country. Visit the Embassy's COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Italy. There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
April 22 was established as Earth Day in 1970 by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson to encourage Americans to protect the environment. Since then it has become a global day of of action to restore our Earth. For Earth Day 2021, President Biden will convene a virtual Leaders Summit on Climate. On U.S. plans to address climate issues, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Earth Day 2021
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will join President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and several U.S. cabinet secretaries and private sector and civil society leaders at the Leaders Summit on Climate. President Biden will host leaders from around the world in discussions highlighting the urgent need ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Many citizens of developing world nations will receive COVID-19 vaccines thanks to funds being raised by the United States and partner organizations. The recently launched COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access (COVAX) Facility Advance Market Commitment (AMC) aims to raise $2 billion to procure and distribute up to 1.8 billion safe and effective vaccines to low- and middle-income countries.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Well, good afternoon, everyone. And Will, thank you for a wonderful introduction. And thank you for lending us this absolutely spectacular setting and backdrop – certainly the best setting and backdrop I’ve had in my brief tenure as Secretary. And thanks so much to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for your lasting commitment to save the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
American diplomats represent U.S. values abroad and embody a core tenet of American life: diversity. In the United States, anyone — regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background — can become a diplomat and represent America abroad as a member of the U.S. Foreign Service. One of the many ways the State ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Diplomatic, Foreign Policy
The renowned environmentalist and author, Rachel Carson, wrote in her seminal book Silent Spring that, “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something healing in the repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: American National Parks
The United States and its allies are calling on Russia to stop its military buildup along the border of Ukraine and abide by its international commitments. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken told reporters after an April 14 meeting of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in Brussels that representatives of 30 allied nations unanimously opposed Russia’s military ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
Good afternoon, everyone. Earlier this week, I spoke with President Putin of Russia about the nature of our relationship — the relationship between our two countries. And I was candid and respectful; the conversation was candid and respectful. Two great powers with significant responsibility for global stability. And President Putin and I have had a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: russia
We have engaged Russian authorities to share our concerns about their actions and the steps we are taking in response. The President is signing a new Executive Order on Russia that will broaden the scope of our sanctions authorities. Under this new Executive Order, the U.S. Department of the Treasury is issuing a directive prohibiting U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: russia
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced April 12 that former Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley will be the U.S. Department of State’s first chief diversity and inclusion officer. The State Department supports racial equity both abroad and at home, and has created the position to ensure a diverse and inclusive diplomatic corps.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Public Diplomacy
Through the Sister Parks program, national parks in the United States share a mission of environmental stewardship with similar parks around the world. Participant countries enter a five-year agreement, overseen by the U.S. Department of State’s Office of International Affairs, with the United States allowing park rangers from both nations to share conservation tips and best practices for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. National Parks
The United States is not as old as some other nations, but it includes many historically important cultural sites. The National Historic Landmarks Program helps preserve them for the enjoyment of future generations. Each National Historic Landmark represents an exceptional aspect of American history and culture, according to the U.S. National Park Service (NPS).
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Historic Landmarks
Today we commemorate over 160 years since the unification of Italy as a single state and the establishment of United States-Italy diplomatic relations. Our nations share a deep and enduring friendship, bolstered by the bonds of family and culture that tie our peoples together. It is a particularly meaningful relationship for the millions of proud ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: U.S. and Italy
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today in Washington, D.C. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Di Maio celebrated the historic U.S.-Italy relationship, including the establishment of diplomatic relations 160 years ago, and committed to renew the deep and productive ties between the United States and Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: U.S. and Italy
We are working in so many ways on so many different levels, the United States and Italy, to strengthen the prospects for our people across many, many different issues. We have a lot to discuss today. But it’s particularly fitting because this is the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Foreign Policy, U.S. and Italy
Jill and I send our warmest greetings and best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world. Ramadan Kareem. As many of our fellow Americans begin fasting tomorrow, we are reminded of how difficult this year has been. In this pandemic, friends and loved ones cannot yet gather together in celebration ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Ramadan
On Monday, April 12, 2021, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm, a static demonstration sponsored by restaurant owners is scheduled to take place demanding the easing of lockdown restrictions and financial assistance from the government. More than 1,000 participants are expected to attend, and the police will be monitoring this event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
President Biden is committed to NASA’s multilateral mission to return to the moon and send astronauts to Mars. “Through the Artemis program, the United States government will work with industry and international partners to send astronauts to the surface of the moon,” White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said February 4, announcing the Biden administration’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NASA
After losing her leg to a land mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2016, Justine Nabuko wondered if she would still lead a meaningful life. She suffered discrimination and lost her job as a teacher. Now as vice president of the Victimes des Mines en Action Association, Nabuko helps other land mine ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Clearing mines
Muslim actors, singers, directors and comedians are representing their experiences more authentically in the entertainment industry, from Broadway to Hollywood. In the United States, Islam is the third largest religious demographic and, according to the Pew Research Center, is set to become the second largest by 2040, making it important that Muslim Americans see themselves reflected ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: muslim
You know, we’re joined today by the Attorney General, Merrick Garland, who I’ve asked to prioritize gun violence. It’s also good to see the Second Gentleman, who is here. And it’s good to see the First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, who cares deeply about this issue as well. And I look out there and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Gun violence
The potential for anti-COVID lockdown and anti-COVID vaccine demonstrations exists in many cities throughout Italy. On April 6, 2021 outside Piazza di Montecitorio in Rome, groups of protestors faced off and clashed with police who responded with crowd control tactics and arrests. Italian authorities expect the potential for these kinds of demonstrations to continue in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Before nominating a candidate, the White House reviews his or her qualifications, finances, career and personal life. U.S. officials also engage the receiving foreign nation to ensure the candidate is acceptable in a process called "agrèment", which is codified in the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american culture
The United States is pleased to announce that, working with Congress, we plan to restart U.S. economic, development, and humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people. This includes $75 million in economic and development assistance in the West Bank and Gaza, $10 million for peacebuilding programs through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and $150 million in humanitarian assistance ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Foreign Policy, Palestinian
The seminary and other houses of worship in the area are partnering with the community health centers to offer vaccination and vaccination sites. They’re seeing these kinds of partnerships where — and not just there, but we’re seeing them all over the country. People are coming together across the different faiths to serve those most ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Covid-19
Although climate change is a threat to us all, research shows women are more vulnerable than men to its consequences. Women and children are 14 times more likely than men to die from climate disasters such as droughts and floods. And because they make up the majority of the world’s poor, women are the first to feel ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: empowers women
The United States is working with international partners to defend human rights worldwide as authoritarian regimes step up repression amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “Standing for people’s freedom and dignity honors America’s most sacred values,” Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said March 30, announcing the release of the 2020 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices. “At ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
The United States is the world’s single largest financial supporter of conventional weapons destruction, investing more than $4 billion in over 100 countries since 1993 to promote international peace and security by addressing humanitarian hazards from landmines and unexploded ordnance in post-conflict countries, as well as by partnering with nations to reduce the availability of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Weapons Destruction
Rock, rap and hip-hop may rule the charts, but jazz, with roots in the spirituals of African-American slaves, is still America’s gift to the world. “There is no better example of democracy than a jazz ensemble: individual freedom but with responsibility to the group,” a primer from the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz explains. Jazz isn’t heard ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american culture
This year marks the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Italy and the United States, dating back to 1861, when Italians came together, propelled by the momentous awakening of the Risorgimento, under the banner of a single, unified Nation. Over the past 75 years, our ties have grown ever closer and our ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Policy, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Minister Di Maio, Secretary of State Blinken
Some churches hold vigils the night before to greet the new day at sunrise and reflect on the meaning of resurrection. Above, the Capitol Church held a sunrise service at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. With Lent officially over, families and friends gather in their homes and churches for an Easter meal.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Easter
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Abu Dhabi, New Delhi, and Dhaka April 1-9, 2021, for consultations on increasing climate ambition ahead of President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate April 22-23 and the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change later this year. For media inquiries, please contact ClimateComms@state.gov.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Arab Americans have long made outsized contributions to American society, whether in the area of science, politics, the arts or other disciplines. The 2019 American Community Survey shows an estimated 2.1 million people in the United States reported Arab ancestry. The largest group is of Lebanese ancestry, but others claim Yemeni, Algerian, Saudi Arabian, Tunisian, Kuwaiti, Libyan, Kurdish ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: cultural
Later this year, the Department of State will release an addendum to each 2020 country report that expands the subsection on women in Section 6, entitled “Discrimination, Societal Abuses, and Trafficking in Persons,” to include a broader range of issues related to reproductive rights. The addendum will cover maternal health issues such as maternal mortality, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: HRR 2020, Human Rights Report 2020
I very much want to thank you, Lisa, and thank the many folks at the department, here in Washington but also around the world – in our embassies, in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor – who researched, drafted, and edited these reports. They brought not only their expert knowledge of the issues ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: HRR 2020, Human Rights Report 2020
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken travels virtually to New York City on March 29 to chair a meeting of the UN Security Council, meet with UN officials, and meet with the staff of the United States Mission to the United Nations. Secretary Blinken’s UN engagements will reaffirm the United States’ commitment to working through ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: United Nations
When NASA engineers need a name for a robotic Mars “rover,” they know where to find creativity. They turn to America’s young people. More than 28,000 students — from kindergarten through 12th grade — submitted names for the rover that landed on Mars last month. It was Alex Mather, a Virginia seventh-grader, who won the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NASA
On International Transgender Day of Visibility and every day, the United States defends the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) people around the world. The United States works with groups in over 100 countries to affirm a consistent global message that LGBTQI+ people have the same human rights and fundamental freedoms as ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: LGBT
Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. participated virtually in a scheduled summit of the European Council. Meeting with the heads of state or government of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU) chaired by European Council President Charles Michel, the President reaffirmed his commitment to revitalizing relations between the United States and the European ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pledging U.S. support for NATO as the decades-old alliance faces new global challenges. At the outset of the meeting of NATO foreign ministers on March 23-24 in Brussels, Blinken said the United States and NATO member countries share a common vision of democracy, freedom and a rules-based international order.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
Many of the modern conveniences we rely on each day come from the accomplishments of African American women. Black women inventors helped shape the way we watch movies, conduct online meetings, and even heat and secure our homes. They succeeded in developing new technologies despite obstacles, such as resistance to developing their products and other ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Women
Secretary of State Antony Blinken wants to revitalize U.S. alliances to counter modern threats, including economic coercion, disinformation and climate change. In a speech March 24 in Brussels, Blinken affirmed America’s commitment to NATO and allies around the world. He urged nations to cooperate in the face of increasingly complex challenges.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
On March 24, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice President of the European Commission Josep Borrell met in Brussels to discuss ways to strengthen the U.S.- EU relationship and coordinate responses to priority foreign policy, security, and economic issues. They also committed to cooperate in the face of global challenges, including ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
A few weeks ago, not long after becoming Secretary as State, I spoke directly to the American people. I said that my number one job is to ensure that America’s foreign policy delivers for them – that it makes their lives more secure, creates opportunities for their families and communities, and addresses the global challenges ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today on the margins of the NATO Foreign Ministerial in Brussels. The Secretary emphasized the importance of the enduring partnership between the United States and Italy. The ministers agreed the United States and Italy will continue to work together to address shared ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: NATO
On Thursday, March 25, President Biden will meet virtually with the European Council during its summit. At the invitation of European Council President Charles Michel, President Biden will join a session of the EU leaders’ scheduled summit meeting.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. President Biden
We wanted to get folks together quickly, as we are just now very literally rolling from the NATO Ministerial, just to give a little atmospherics of what we encountered today. We’re going to do this call on background. You can attribute what you hear to a senior State Department Official. For your knowledge, we have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO
Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, has become increasingly popular throughout the United States in recent years. And despite the coronavirus pandemic, Holi’s purpose — to welcome spring and affirm the triumph of good over evil — remains as meaningful as ever.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: cultural
President Biden “is committed to building an America that is more inclusive, more just, and more accessible for every American, including Americans with disabilities and their families,” White House press secretary Jen Psaki said January 25, announcing that an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be present at daily briefings.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Government
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield has a new role as the representative of the United States to the United Nations, America’s highest-profile diplomatic position after secretary of state. Thomas-Greenfield is the 31st person to lead the U.S. Mission to the United Nations since the mission’s creation in 1947 by an act of Congress. She brings decades of experience ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: United Nations
Members of President Biden’s Cabinet are being confirmed and beginning their work. Below are the names and faces that make up this important group.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Presidential Cabinet
Washing your hands frequently is one of the best ways to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but access to soap and water is a challenge for some 3 billion people worldwide. That’s why the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), through its Water for the World (PDF, 171 KB) programs, provides water and hygiene products and promotes the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19, USAID
After criticizing the Venezuelan government’s response to COVID-19 in April, human rights lawyer Iván Virgüez was arrested and tortured by the illegitimate regime of Nicolás Maduro. Chinese reporter Zhang Zhan traveled to Wuhan, China, in February 2020 to report on the city’s coronavirus outbreak and was later sentenced to four years in prison. The journalist’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Today marks ten years since the Syrian people peacefully took to the streets calling for reform. The Assad regime’s response has been one of appalling violence. President Assad and his backers bear responsibility for the years of war and human suffering that followed. We praise the brave individuals and organisations who over the last ten ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 March, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News | Tags: Syria
Dr. Daniel Becker wakes up around 4:30 a.m. every day, pours a cup of coffee, then disappears into his office for an hour. There, he writes poems before starting his day treating patients. Becker is a physician at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and he is among a growing number of American doctors ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Health
The United States and Quad partner nations are ramping up production of U.S.-developed vaccines in India to strengthen vaccination efforts across the Indo-Pacific. President Biden announced the vaccine partnership plan March 12 at the outset of the first leaders’ summit of the Quad, a partnership between the United States, India, Japan and Australia.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
This week, President Biden stopped by W.S. Jenks & Son – a historic hardware store in Washington, D.C. Check out his visit in the latest weekly conversation.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. President Biden
Patricia “Patti” Ann Morton broke the glass ceiling for women at the U.S. Department of State with her persistence and strength in the name of diplomacy. Morton was the first woman to become a State Department security agent in 1972, a position now known as a Diplomatic Security Service special agent. But her colleagues called ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Women
France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America welcome the vote of confidence by the overwhelming majority of the members of the House of Representatives meeting in Sirte 8-10 March to endorse the cabinet chosen by Prime Minister-designate Abdulhamid Dabaiba for an interim Government of National Unity.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Libya
While Kamala Harris shattered a few glass ceilings metaphorically — becoming the first woman, the first Black American and the first South Asian American elected vice president — Swiss artist Simon Berger did it literall
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Vice President Kamala Harris
From fiddle and blues music to Native American beadwork and canoe building, a March 4 celebration by the 2020 National Heritage Fellows showcased many forms of American folk and traditional arts. Acting Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts Ann Eilers praised the fellows’ art for illustrating that “there are many versions of American life, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american culture
Today in Brussels, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry met with European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, Executive Vice President Frans Timmermans, and the College of Commissioners to discus efforts to raise global climate ambition heading into COP26 in Glasgow. After their meetings, they released the following statement.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
As the virus continues to spread throughout the world, and with new variants emerging, it is important to improve preparedness and resilience in the health care sector. These ventilators are part of the United States’ $60 million assistance package to Italy that aims to help Italian healthcare institutions, NGOs, and private sector fight the pandemic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Emergency Services, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
On Friday, I submitted to the Senate for confirmation my first slate of nominations for four-star command positions in our Armed Forces — among them, two outstanding and eminently qualified warriors and patriots. General Jacqueline Van Ovost in the United States Air Force is currently the only female four-star officer serving in our military. I ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: International Women's Day
When NASA’s Perseverance rover searches Mars for signs of ancient life it uses technology from partner nations across Europe. The 2,260-pound (1,025-kilogram) rover is armed with imaging and sensor equipment from France, Italy, Spain and Norway.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Mars, NASA, Science
For more than 40 years, biochemist Katalin Karikó researched synthetic messenger RNA (ribonucleic acid), or mRNA — a genetic code. Her path was not easy. She left her native Hungary in 1985 and settled in Philadelphia with her husband and 2-year-old daughter. But while she landed teaching positions, her grant applications to study mRNA were ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
Louisiana Congressional District 2 includes all of St. James Parish and portions of the following parishes: Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, and West Baton Rouge.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: American Citizens, voting
The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi recently supported a session at one of the world’s largest literary festivals, the 2021 Jaipur Literature Festival in Rajasthan, India. The embassy’s participation reflects a commitment to deepen strong people-to-people ties between the United States and India.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Luigi Mattiolo, Diplomatic Advisor to the Italian Prime Minister. Mr. Sullivan welcomed Italy’s new government and underscored his desire to further strengthen our bilateral partnership.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: National Security
Innovators on U.S. campuses are fighting COVID-19 by creating masks that detect and protect against the virus that causes it as well as by making breathing through masks and testing easier.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Covid-19
Since 2015, the Presidential Task Force on Wildlife Trafficking in 2015 has activated a three-pronged strategy to promote law enforcement, build international cooperation, and reduce demand for illegal wild animals and their parts. The U.S. attorney general and secretaries of State and Interior co-chair the task force, which draws upon 17 federal agencies to implement ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: wild animal trafficking
American and international students are connecting through exchange programs and diplomacy simulations that challenge them to work together and design solutions to global crises. These student diplomats participate in online simulations run by the National Museum of American Diplomacy, whose dedicated education program encourages teachers and students around the world to immerse themselves in the world ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Cultural exchange
March is Women’s History Month. Here’s a look at political milestones for U.S. women.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Politics, Women
The U.S. agency that explores outer space is aiding the global fight against climate change. With more than two dozen satellites and other measuring tools, NASA collects massive amounts of environmental data on everything from air pollution to global temperatures. Scientists use that information to better understand climate change and how to slow it.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NASA, Science, Space, Technology
Each year, Women’s History Month offers an important opportunity for us to shine a light on the extraordinary legacy of trailblazing American women and girls who have built, shaped, and improved upon our Nation. Throughout American history, women and girls have made vital contributions, often in the face of discrimination and undue hardship. Courageous women ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Women History Month
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today to express his deepest condolences for the tragic death of the Italian Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and two others in an attack on a World Food Program convoy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Secretary of State Blinken
America’s first president, George Washington, voluntarily gave up the office more than two centuries ago. The speech he gave announcing his departure is still so important that it is read aloud every year in the Senate. Washington wrote his Farewell Address in 1796, toward the end of his second term as president. He used the address to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Presidents
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken participated virtually in today’s EU Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) at the invitation of EU High Representative Josep Borrell. Secretary Blinken highlighted the United States’ commitment to repairing, revitalizing, and raising the level of ambition in the U.S.-EU relationship. He emphasized the importance of close cooperation with the EU and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: European Union
The new Congress most notably features an evenly divided Senate, with 50 Republicans on one side of the aisle and 48 Democrats and 2 independents who caucus with the Democrats on the other. Vice President Kamala Harris, a Democrat, will be the tiebreaker, so Democrats will control the agenda and the Senate’s various committees.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Congress
On January 20, on his first day in office, President Biden signed the instrument to bring the United States back into the Paris Agreement. Per the terms of the Agreement, the United States officially becomes a Party again today. The Paris Agreement is an unprecedented framework for global action. We know because we helped design ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Environment, News | Tags: Climate
Black women in the arts have long formed the backbone of America’s cultural landscape. As Americans were reminded at President Biden’s inauguration, young Black artists such as poet Amanda Gorman are emerging and sharing their vision for the future with the world. For Black History Month, we look at past and present defining figures in music, literature and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Black History Month
World Social Justice Day encourages people to recognize the importance of basic rights and human freedom. As the world celebrates Social Justice Day on February 20, here’s a look at some of the injustices that authoritarian regimes in China, Iran and Venezuela inflict on their own people.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: human rights
In the United States, Spanish is the most commonly spoken language other than English, a sign of the impact of immigration and the proximity of Latin America to the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey delves further into other languages spoken at home in the United States, and it shows how the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Cultural exchange
President Biden made it clear two weeks ago that diplomacy will be our primary means of engaging with the world, and it must be our first tool of choice. At the same time, the president also recognizes that all of our decisions and actions must be accomplished from a position of strength. For the Defense ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: NATO, Secretary of Defense
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III participated in his first NATO Defense Ministerial as the U.S. Defense Secretary today, providing remarks during two separate sessions. The first session discussed deterrence and defense, burden sharing, and Secretary General Stoltenberg’s ‘NATO 2030’ initiative. The second session discussed trans-Atlanticism, NATO-EU relations, Alliance resilience, and emerging and disruptive ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Secretary of Defense
Freedom of the press is an essential right in the United States and a core principle of democracy. Protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a free press helps maintain the balance of power in government. Numerous journalists worldwide have been killed while working to fulfill their essential role in free and open societies.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Media
California’s Silicon Valley is known for its startup culture. So are commercial hubs in the Northeast — think Boston and New York — or Seattle in the Pacific Northwest. Startups in these tech corridors have long benefited from the investment of venture capitalists. But Americans in every part of the country love to innovate. Investors increasingly ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: american culture
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is initiating an ambitious innovation effort to create American jobs while tackling the climate crisis, which includes the launch of a new research working group, an outline of the Administration’s innovation agenda, and a new $100 million funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Energy to support transformational low-carbon energy technologies. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Today, National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy convened the first-ever National Climate Task Force meeting as outlined by President Biden’s January 27 executive order on tackling the climate crisis. The Task Force is chaired by the National Climate Advisor and includes Cabinet-level leaders from 21 federal agencies and senior White House officials to kickstart the Biden-Harris ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate
Among those behind one of NASA’s greatest feats of science — collecting samples from a moving asteroid — is a Venezuelan-American immigrant who came to the United States to realize a lifelong dream. This past October, NASA’s Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security, Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) spacecraft took a sample from the asteroid Bennu, the smallest ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Science & Tech | Tags: NASA
President Biden is vowing to strengthen America’s international relationships and tackle global challenges with the help of other nations. In a major foreign policy speech, Biden said the United States will work with the international community to tackle global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change, and to advance freedom and dignity for people around the world.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today. The Secretary expressed his desire to rebuild and strengthen the enduring partnership between the United States and Italy. He emphasized the U.S. desire to work with Italy, particularly in its role as President of the G20, and other partners to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 January, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Minister Di Maio, Secretary of State Blinken
I am very happy to be here, with Rotary International, TIM and the Ministry of Education, Culture and Research. Thanks to this initiative, 300 students will receive tablets and Internet service to facilitate online remote learning.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Chargé d’Affaires Thomas D. Smitham, Rotary International, USAID
Today, President Biden will take executive action to tackle the climate crisis at home and abroad while creating good-paying union jobs and equitable clean energy future, building modern and sustainable infrastructure, restoring scientific integrity and evidence-based policymaking across the federal government, and re-establishing the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: News
Wayward plastic waste has been accumulating in the world’s oceans for years, and it is increasingly harming local industries that rely on oceans and coastal waters — especially tourism and aquaculture. Supporting economic vitality is one reason the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) launched its Ocean Plastics Initiative. By backing specific projects, the initiative will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: Environment, News | Tags: Environment
The Federal Government must act swiftly and aggressively to combat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The national emergency caused by the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States continues to pose a grave threat to our health and security. As of January 20, 2021, the United States had experienced more than 24 million confirmed COVID-19 cases and more ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden, Presidential Proclamation
The State of Louisiana will conduct two special primary elections on Tuesday, March 20, 2021, to fill a vacancy for the 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts. Congressional District 2 includes nearly all of the city of New Orleans and stretches west and north to Baton Rouge. Congressional District 5 includes rural northeastern Louisiana and much ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: American Citizens, voting
The American people deserve an urgent, robust, and professional response to the growing public health and economic crisis caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. President Biden believes that the federal government must act swiftly and aggressively to help protect and support our families, small businesses, first responders, and caregivers essential to help us face this ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden, Vice President Harris
I, Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States of America, having seen and considered the Paris Agreement, done at Paris on December 12, 2015, do hereby accept the said Agreement and every article and clause thereof on behalf of the United States of America.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden
The United States is resuming support for the World Health Organization, which plays a vital role in fighting the global COVID-19 pandemic. President Biden announced the renewed commitment to the WHO in a January 20 letter to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, reversing the prior administration’s plan to leave the U.N.’s public health arm in July.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, News | Tags: World Health Organization
Today, on January 22, 2021, we commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Allied landings at Anzio and Nettuno, where brave Americans joined allies and partners to liberate Italy. Over 7,800 U.S. service members remain at Nettuno’s Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, their final resting place. Today, we draw inspiration from these heroes and their sacrifice. We shall ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy
Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden
Good evening. It is my honor to be here. To stand on the shoulders of those who came before. To speak tonight as your Vice President. In many ways, this moment embodies our character as a nation.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Vice President Harris
I am humbled before God and my fellow Americans to take the sacred oath of President of our beloved country. Today, we celebrate the triumph of democracy after an election that saw more Americans voting than ever before in our Nation’s history, and where the will of the people has been heard and heeded.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, President of the United States | Tags: President Biden
President Biden will deliver bold action and immediate relief for American families as the country grapples with converging crises. This will include actions to control the COVID-19 pandemic, provide economic relief, tackle climate change, and advance racial equity and civil rights, as well as immediate actions to reform our immigration system and restore America’s standing ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, President of the United States, Vice President of the United States | Tags: President Biden, Vice President Harris
For Antony Blinken, the incoming administration’s pick for America’s top diplomat, returning to the U.S. State Department brings the opportunity to continue both professional and family traditions. If confirmed by the Senate, Blinken would resume a career at the State Department, where he served during the Clinton and Obama administrations. His career in public service ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Exclude, News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Secretary of State Nominee
Every four years, the American president is sworn in January 20 in Washington before big crowds. Presidents typically throw in concerts, parades and balls to create several days’ worth of festivities around their inaugurations. But as Joseph R. Biden Jr. becomes the 46th president of the United States on January 20, shoulder-to-shoulder crowds will be ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Exclude, News | Tags: New U.S. Government Inauguration
While many democracies swap in new leaders in a sprint, the U.S. ambles along with a transition period of 11 weeks. But slow as that might seem, it’s shorter than the four months the Constitution originally left for the handoff of power from an incumbent to a new president.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Exclude, News | Tags: New U.S. Government Inauguration
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
"An honor and pleasure to see President Mattarella. We deeply appreciate his leadership and steadfast support of the United States-Italy relationship", said the Ambassador
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 January, 2021 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Ambassador Eisenberg
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel (including tourism) to Italy. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and recommends that travelers should avoid all travel to Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
A goodwill gesture from Mission Italy to the staff of Policlinico Umberto I, one of the primary hospitals for treating Covid patients in Rome. Mission Italy has arranged for a caterer to distribute 200 box lunches to essential workers to thank them for their dedication and commitment to the fight against COVID-19. Deputy Chief of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Policlinico Umberto I
Today Ambassador Eisenberg held virtual farewell calls with San Marino Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Luca Beccari and Minister of Industry Fabio Righi, together with U.S. Consul General in Florence Ragini Gupta. During the calls he praised U.S.-San Marino bilateral relations: “Thank you for your strong cooperation, especially in international fora and security.” He ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy
The world recognizes the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, a day to heighten awareness about the physical, psychological and emotional harm women face worldwide. The U.S. Department of State sees tackling violence against women as a human rights imperative. Violence threatens women’s and girls’ safety, and it sets ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 November, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: violence against women, Women
For over 50 years the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian assistance. The United States has worked for decades to improve global capacity to contain outbreaks at their source and minimize their impact, and we will remain a leader, partner, and advocate on this issue. We have made ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Global Health
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is preparing to help international partners overcome economic and humanitarian hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. USAID Acting Deputy Administrator John Barsa on October 28 announced the agency’s Over the Horizon Strategic Review, a new initiative to plan for a world altered by COVID-19 by helping partner nations on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 November, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
November 16 marks the start of International Education Week (IEW) 2020. IEW is a joint initiative between the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, which provides an opportunity to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. This ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Education, News | Tags: International Education Week
Good afternoon, I would like to welcome you all and say how pleased I am that we that we are able to gather today, even if only virtually. I hope to be able to welcome you all in person one day soon. Our purpose today is to celebrate the longstanding partnership between the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy
As part of the ongoing U.S. assistance to Italy to fight COVID-19, on November 12, Ambassador Eisenberg virtually met with four companies which are the recipients of U.S. government grants through USAID’s INVEST program. Through this initiative, the United States will give funding to businesses to assist with the research, development, or manufacture of therapeutics, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel (including tourism) to Italy. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and similarly recommends that travelers defer all nonessential travel to Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
On Monday, November 2, 2020, from 10:00am to 11:30am, a static demonstration sponsored by the Ethiopian Community in Italy is scheduled to take place protesting U.S. policy in Ethiopia. Fifty participants are expected.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
On Friday, October 30, 2020, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, a static demonstration of approximately 200 participants sponsored by the “Street Artists Association” is scheduled to take place requesting economic support from the Italian government.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Marie Royce and Italian Ambassador to the United States Armando Varricchio signed today a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding that renews protections for Italian cultural property.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 October, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: cultural property
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel (including tourism) to Italy. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and similarly recommends that travelers defer all nonessential travel to Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel (including tourism) to Italy. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and similarly recommends that travelers defer all nonessential travel to Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) is offering virtual voting assistance via Zoom over the next two weeks to provide direct support to U.S. citizens overseas. Voters in Italy can participate in either of the following ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens, voting
The 59th United States Presidential Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 (Wednesday 4th, New Zealand time). Learn more here about how the U.S. election system works below, and join the conversation on Twitter and Facebook. Americans will go to the polls On November 3, 2020 to cast their ballots for the man ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 October, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. Elections
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel (including tourism) to Italy. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and similarly recommends that travelers defer all nonessential travel to Italy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
A demonstration against the French government will occur on October 2, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. and is scheduled to conclude at 2:00 p.m. Demonstrators will gather near the French Consulate Building at the intersection of Via Moscova and Via Turati. Police expect between 50-100 participants. Police will be present and may block vehicular and pedestrian ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
I want to also welcome other members of the clergy, members of the diplomatic corps who are here as well, and all of the distinguished guests. It’s an honor to be here. It truly is. I especially want to recognize many of the leaders of faith-based groups we have in the audience today. You reflect ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
I came today to reinforce the partnership between one of our closest friends and allies. The strength of the U.S.-Italy friendship was the foundation of a great conversation today that I had with the foreign minister, with the prime minister before that. We discussed a broad range of issues, and they include things that have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte today in Rome, Italy. Secretary Pompeo and Prime Minister Conte discussed Italy’s strong effort to combat COVID-19, as well as U.S. assistance to Italy to help fight the pandemic. Secretary Pompeo highlighted the substantial business and investment ties between the United States and Italy and noted the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
The United States and Italy share a deep and enduring relationship, enriched by our people-to-people ties, long-standing economic and security partnership, and a commitment to the same values – democracy, freedom, free and fair trade, and the rule of law. As friends and NATO Allies, we cooperate on confronting some of the world’s most pressing ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens, voting
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, several unions (CGL, CISL, UIL) and teachers, parents and students have planned a static demonstration. Approximately 2000 participants are expected. Police will be monitoring the event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, representing the United States government, signed a joint statement of intent with Italian Undersecretary to the Presidency of the Council of Ministers Riccardo Fraccaro, representing the Italian government, articulating strong mutual interest between the two countries in pursuing Italian contributions to lunar exploration activities as part of NASA’s Artemis Program. The signing took ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: NASA
PRESIDENT TRUMP: It is my profound honor to address the United Nations General Assembly. Seventy-five years after the end of World War II and the founding of the United Nations, we are once again engaged in a great global struggle. We have waged a fierce battle against the invisible enemy — the China virus — ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Trump Administration, UNGA, United Nations
The U.S. Embassy in Rome has resumed scheduling limited notarial services. Please visit https://it.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/notarial-services/ to schedule an appointment. All individuals entering the consular building must wear a face covering in accordance with Italian government decrees mandating social distancing. In addition, customers requiring assistance in Italy who have not yet completed the required 14 days of isolation will not be allowed to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens
Democracy remains the aspiration of people all over the world because each of us yearns to be free. From the time we are children, we instinctively assert our ability to self-govern, to make decisions that shape our lives. As citizens, we understand that we must be free to engage others in debates over the wisdom ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Democracy
September 11, 2020 U.S. Ambassador Lewis M. Eisenberg joined the Mayor of the City of Rome Virginia Raggi in a ceremony to commemorate the events of September 11, 2001. The wreath-laying ceremony took place at the 9/11 Remembrance Plaque in Rome. The two columns recall the Twin Towers in New York. Every year the Mayor ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: 9/11 Commeration
We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in condemning, in the strongest possible terms, the confirmed poisoning of Alexei Navalny. Germany has briefed G7 partners on the fact that clinical and toxicological ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 September, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Alexei Navalny
During these National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 precious lives lost on September 11, 2001. We solemnly honor them and pray that those who bear the burdens of unimaginable loss find comfort in knowing that God is close to the brokenhearted and that He provides abiding peace.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 September, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: National Days of Prayer and Remembrance
On Wednesday, September 2, 2020, from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm, a group of citizens in support of Chico Forti have planned a static demonstration. 15 participants are expected. Police will be monitoring the event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Cybersecurity experts from the U.S. Cyber Command are working with other nations to identify malware and network attacks. Cyberattacks undermine elections and threaten democracy. By working with host nations, Cyber Command has identified more than 40 malware samples since 2018. The best way to fight cyberattacks and false information campaigns is to expose the weapons used ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Cybersecurity
Recently, our Nation celebrated the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to our Constitution. On the commemoration of this historic day, I was proud to issue a Proclamation honoring the women’s suffrage movement and sign a full pardon for one of its greatest leaders, Susan B. Anthony, who was unjustly convicted for voting on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Presiden Trump
The United States is leading the global response to COVID-19 with foreign assistance funding. The U.S. Government (USG) has allocated $20.5 billion for the development of vaccines and therapeutics, preparedness efforts, and other foreign assistance. Our global efforts build upon decades of U.S. investment in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance, and we continue to ensure ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, g7health
Tomorrow will mark the seventh anniversary of the Assad regime’s chemical weapons attack in Ghouta which killed over 1,400 Syrians. Today, in memory of the victims of that brutality, the United States is announcing six sanctions against the Assad regime’s military, government, and financial supporters. As we continue to implement the goals of the Caesar ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Syria
Good afternoon, everyone. Just a few minutes ago, I delivered letters to both the UN Secretary-General Guterres and to the president of the Security Council. I notified them that the United States is initiating the restoration of virtually all UN sanctions on Iran lifted under UN Security Council Resolution 2231. This process will lead to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: United Nations
On World Humanitarian Day, we honor the memory of humanitarian workers who made the ultimate sacrifice answering the call to protect the lives and alleviate the suffering of the world’s most vulnerable people. We recognize the tireless commitment of these individuals who put the lives of others before their own and who persist in their ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: World Humanitarian Day
Good morning, everyone, and thank you – thank you, Dr. Fuad and the entire Iraqi delegation for joining us here in Washington today. We had a good set of discussions, very productive, building on the virtual U.S.-Iraq Strategic Dialogue that we began back in June of this year. The state of our partnership is very ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: U.S. - Iraq
Thank you all. Dobry den. Let me try it that way. How did I do? All right. That’s all you’re going to suffer of my Czech today. Minister Petricek, Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies Vondracek, Senator Fischer, who I’ll be speaking with after my remarks, members of the parliament, and other distinguished guests: Thank you. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Secretary of State
The Department of State has issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy recommending that travelers reconsider (i.e., avoid nonessential) travel to Italy. In addition, the CDC has issued a Level 3 Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19 concerns and similarly recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to Italy. The European Union (EU), which includes Italy, currently prohibits ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
On August 6, in close coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State lifted the Global Level 4 Health Advisory. The Global Advisory, initially put in place on March 19, 2020, advised U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
On behalf of the United States, I want to extend our deepest condolences to all those who were affected by the massive explosion at the port of Beirut yesterday. We stand ready to assist the Government of Lebanon and its – as it grapples with this horrible tragedy. You’ll see the United States announce a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Secretary of State
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. As of July 1, the European Union (known as the EU, which includes Italy) began lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of certain third countries. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
The President is using all available means to ensure safe vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics are developed, manufactured, and distributed in unprecedented time and scale in response to COVID-19. Earlier this year, President Trump launched Operation Warp Speed, a groundbreaking partnership between the Federal Government, scientific community, and private sector to develop and deliver vaccines in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 July, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Thank you. Thank you all. Thank you, Governor, for that very, very generous introduction. It is true: When you walk in that gym and you say the name “Pompeo,” there is a whisper. I had a brother, Mark, who was really good – a really good basketball player. And how about another round of applause ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: United States and China
Human rights advocates won great and laudable victories in our lifetimes, from the defeat of fascism, to the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe, and to the end of apartheid. But that was then. The great and noble human rights project of the 20th century is in crisis.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. As of July 1, the European Union (known as the EU, which includes Italy) began lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of certain third countries. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. As of July 1, the European Union (known as the EU, which includes Italy) began lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of certain third countries. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Well, good morning all. The White House Coronavirus Task Force met today, here at the Department of Education, as part of our ongoing effort to focus on a mission to save lives, meet the needs of our states and our healthcare workers, to protect the vulnerable, and to safely reopen America and reopen America’s schools. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens, Ballot
Thanks to the courage of those patriots of July 4th, 1776, the American Republic stands today as the greatest, most exceptional, and most virtuous nation in the history of the world. Our workers, our factories have revolutionized industries and lifted millions into prosperity. Our artists, architects, and engineers have inspired the globe with transcendent works ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 July, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Trump Administration, President Trump
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens, Ballot
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens, Ballot
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. As of July 1, the European Union (known as the EU, which includes Italy) began lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of certain ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
When I ran for President, I made a solemn promise to the American people that I would end the job-killing failure called the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and replace it with a better deal for our workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses—the men and women of Main Street who built the most prosperous and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
The U.S. Government leads the globe with $12.5 billion allocated to benefit international COVID-19 response, including commitments for the development of vaccines and therapeutics, preparedness efforts, and foreign assistance. We are achieving real results, helping nations around the world respond to COVID-19 and thereby protecting the homeland. We continue to ensure that the substantial U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens, Ballot
On Tuesday, June 30, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, there will be a static demonstration organized by the Coordinamento Sinistre di Opposizione protesting racism. Approximately 60-80 participants are expected. Local police will be monitoring the event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. On June 11, the Italian government released a decree that introduces updated health measures including travel restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19. Please visit the website of the Italian Ministry ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Good morning, everyone. Good to be with you all today. I want to start my remarks, as I often do, on matters relating to China. As many of you saw, I met with Yang Jiechi last week in Hawaii. We had a very frank discussion about the Chinese Communist Party’s unprovoked aggression on a number ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Report on terrorism
A sit-in demonstration is planned for June 24, 2020 at 6 pm in front of the U.S. Consulate General Milan to protest racism and classism. The event is expected to attract approximately 100 participants. While the demonstration is expected to remain peaceful, police will be in attendance. Pedestrian and vehicular traffic near the Consulate General ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
On Saturday, June 6, 2020, beginning at 11:00am, a static demonstration and/or “sit in” is scheduled near the U.S. Embassy to protest racism.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Thank you, Dr. Branca and Dr. Ippolito, for your warm welcome to Spallanzani. It is a pleasure to be here today to celebrate the efforts of your team in addressing the COVID-19 crisis. Thank you also to Minister Speranza and President Zingaretti for the profound dedication and hard work you have employed to manage an ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Today, Vice President Mike Pence led a discussion with the chief executives of approximately 50 States, territories, and the city of Washington, DC, and the White House Coronavirus Task Force to discuss local, State, and Federal COVID-19 response and recovery efforts, and America’s reopening.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Ambassador Eisenberg have been received by the President Mattarella at the Quirinale. As we recover from the tragedy of the pandemic, the friendship between United States and Italy is stronger than never. Our two countries will prosper together, sharing the same values of Freedom, Peace and Democracy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: President Mattarella
The United States has been, and continues to be, the undisputed leader in global foreign assistance, and our leadership in response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues that record of generosity. Today, we’re providing approximately $93 million in new humanitarian assistance to bolster our ongoing response efforts, helping the world’s most vulnerable overcome the devastation inflicted ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
All U.S. citizens can receive their blank ballots electronically. Depending on the state in which you are eligible to vote, you may get your ballot by email, fax, or internet download.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: American Citizens, Ballot
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. On June 11, the Italian government released a decree that introduces updated health measures including travel restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19. Please visit the website of the Italian Ministry ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
In coordination with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s (DSCA) Humanitarian Assistance Program and the U.S. Mission to Italy, the U.S. Navy provided the first of three donations of medical equipment and supplies to local Italian communities. A new ultrasound machine was donated to the City of Gaeta adding a new lifesaving capability to combat the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The United States continues to lead the global effort to respond to and end the COVID-19 pandemic. Building upon decades of investment in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance, the American people should be proud of the real results we are achieving through our help to nations around the world, which also helps protect the homeland. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
We, the Foreign Ministers of the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union underscore our grave concern regarding China’s decision to impose a national security law on Hong Kong. China’s decision is not in conformity with the Hong Kong Basic Law and its international ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: G7 Hong Kong
One of the great accomplishments for me and my team was being able to do this engagement with Secretary Pompeo with the Foreign Affairs Committee of the European Union, something we’ve been trying to do for quite a while – for about a year – certainly since I came on board. Of course, ideally we ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News | Tags: U.S. - EU
In recent days, the media has taken to sounding the alarm bells over a “second wave” of coronavirus infections. Such panic is overblown. Thanks to the leadership of President Trump and the courage and compassion of the American people, our public health system is far stronger than it was four months ago, and we are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Health
Today, Vice President Mike Pence led a discussion with the chief executives of approximately 50 States, territories, and the city of Washington, DC, and the White House Coronavirus Task Force to update our Nation’s governors on local, State, and Federal COVID-19 response and recovery efforts, and America’s reopening, with a focus on supporting America’s small ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
First Lady Melania Trump is excited to announce Building the Movement: America’s Youth Celebrate 100 Years of Women’s Suffrage, an exhibit honoring the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, which gave American women the right to vote. The exhibit will launch this August and will showcase artwork by young Americans depicting this historic milestone. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Women
The U.S. Embassy in Rome, Consulates General in Milan, Naples and Florence, and Consular Agencies in Venice, Palermo and Genoa will resume limited regular passport processing on June 17. Please note that although some passport processing centers in the United States have resumed operations, customers may still encounter significant delays in receiving their passports. Travelers with an immediate travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be with you all today. I’m here one more time, proudly, to talk about freedom and free societies. And while America is not a perfect nation by any means, we always strive towards that more perfect union, trying to improve. We remain the greatest nation in the history of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, International Religious Freedom Report
Yesterday the world watched in sorrow as the friends, family, and associates of George Floyd gathered in Minneapolis to commemorate his life. Although our laws provide protections against racial discrimination, it is clear much work remains to be done. The moment calls for us to renew our commitment to combating racism and intolerance and to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: racism
On Saturday, June 6, 2020, beginning at 11:00am, a static demonstration and/or “sit in” is scheduled near the U.S. Embassy to protest racism.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
A demonstration by “Firenze Antifa” is expected to take place on Saturday, June 6, 2020 beginning at 3:00 pm and lasting until at or about 5:00pm. The march protesting Italian policies with regard to COVID-19 restrictions is expected to draw nearly 1,000 protestors. Marches are currently banned under public health rules, and police will be ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
A demonstration is expected to take place on Saturday, June 6, 2020 beginning at 7:30 pm and until about 8:30pm. the organization. “Women’s March Florence, Italy” is hosting a silent protest titled “Italy stands with Black Lives Matter” next to the U.S. Consulate General in Florence. Local reports say that there may be as many ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
Thank you, Foreign Minister Di Maio. Luigi, I appreciate it. We are praying for your country also to continue a swift and steady recovery from the coronavirus. To the 31 representatives with us today, thank you for participating, not only this gathering, but over the past couple of months. Finally, as I begin, I want ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, ISIS
At the invitation of Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs Luigi Di Maio and U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, the Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS Small Group met virtually today to reaffirm our shared determination to continue the fight against Daesh/ISIS in Iraq and Syria, and to create conditions for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, ISIS
Static demonstration sponsored by U.S.B (Unione Sindacale di Base) and smaller organizations in support of protests taking place in the United States. Approximately 50-70 participants expected, and host nation police will be monitoring the event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags: Demonstration
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States may ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Today, Vice President Mike Pence led a discussion with the chief executives of approximately 50 States, territories, and the city of Washington, DC, and the White House Coronavirus Task Force to update our Nation’s governors on local, State, and Federal COVID-19 response and recovery efforts. To open up the meeting, Chaplain of the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
On behalf of the United States Government and the American people, I congratulate the Italian people on the 74th Anniversary of the founding of the Italian Republic.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. Government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The American people have given more than $10 billion that will benefit the global COVID-19 response, and we continue to ensure that the substantial U.S. funding and scientific efforts on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
All Americans were rightly sickened and revolted by the brutal death of George Floyd. My administration is fully committed that, for George and his family, justice will be served. He will not have died in vain. But we cannot allow the righteous cries and peaceful protesters to be drowned out by an angry mob. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: President Trump
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States may ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo looks forward to co-hosting, with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio, a virtual meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS on June 4 to review next steps in the campaign to achieve a lasting defeat of ISIS. The D-ISIS Coalition remains critically important ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: ISIS
Today, I am announcing the end of the sanctions waiver covering all remaining JCPOA-originating nuclear projects in Iran – the Arak reactor conversion, the provision of enriched uranium for the Tehran Research Reactor, and the export of Iran’s spent and scrap research reactor fuel. The sanctions waiver covering these activities will end following a final, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Iran
On Memorial Day, Americans and their families, along with the people of allied countries like Italy, join at the final resting places of the men and women who gave their lives during wartime. This year, we pay our tribute in a different way, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although we may be physically apart, but ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Memorial Day
THE PRESIDENT: I stand before you at this noble fortress of American liberty to pay tribute to the immortal souls who fought and died to keep us free. Earlier today, the First Lady and I laid a wreath in their sacred honor at Arlington National Cemetery. Now we come together to salute the flag they ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Trump Administration, Memorial Day
I am truly honored to be with you virtually on this important day to remember and commemorate the achievements of one of Italy’s prominent citizens. This year the United States is also honoring Judge Falcone as one of the premiere alumni of its International Visitor Leadership Program, for his collaboration with U.S. authorities and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Giovanni Falcone
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Di Maio discussed the importance of coordination and cooperation as we begin to re-open our societies and restart the global economy. Secretary Pompeo highlighted the strength of the U.S.-Italy friendship and his admiration for the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Secretary of State
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States may ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Through the generosity of the American people, our foreign assistance is saving lives and helping to mitigate economic devastation around the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Today, First Lady Melania Trump joined a call with approximately 3,000 state, local, and tribal officials, along with Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar and other federal officials, to continue the dialogue on the Administration’s response to COVID-19. Discussion topics included implementation of the CARES Act, updates from the White House Coronavirus Task ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Updated on May 19, 2020 Please see:
Alert and Messages webpage The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Italy due to a recent outbreak of COVID-19
Level 4 – Do Not Travel to: Lombardy and Veneto due to the level of community transmission of the virus and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health, Health Alert, quarantine, travel restriction, virus
Thank you very much, everybody. Please. So, welcome to our Cabinet meeting. And every member of my Cabinet is working tirelessly to defeat the invisible enemy. That should have never happened to our country. It should have never happened to the world. It’s a disgrace. It could have been stopped at the source, but they ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Today, First Lady Melania Trump joined President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Mike Pence in a discussion with approximately 50 of our Nation’s governors and, at the request of the First Lady, their spouses. Mayor Muriel Bowser of Washington, D.C., and the White House Coronavirus Task Force also joined to discuss best practices and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The U.S. government today took another step to protect U.S. national security and the integrity of 5G networks by expanding the Commerce Department’s foreign direct product rule to restrict Huawei from circumventing U.S. law. We will not tolerate efforts by the Chinese Communist Party to undermine the privacy of our citizens or the integrity of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Science & Tech | Tags: 5G, Former U.S. Government Leaders
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
In response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules out of Ramstein Air Base, Germany, assisted the Italian government in transporting medical and other relief supplies between supply hubs in Milan and Rome, Italy, May 13. The mission is the first in a planned series of U.S. Air Forces in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
This RFP INVEST-044 (Part 1: Catalytic Contribution) is one of two companion RFPs (RFP-044 and RFP-045). Offerors may apply to either or both RFPs. Should a firm (or consortium) wish to apply to both RFPs, separate proposals must be submitted for each, responding to the specific evaluation criteria outlined in each RFP. However, submissions made to both RFPs from the same firm ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
This RFP INVEST-045 (Part 2: Technical Assistance) is one of two companion RFPs (RFP-044 and RFP-045). Offerors may apply to either or both RFPs. Should a firm (or consortium) wish to apply to both RFPs, separate proposals must be submitted for each, responding to the specific evaluation criteria outlined in each RFP. However, submissions made to both RFPs from the same firm ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
As President Trump has said, the United States is working with our friends and partners around the world to coordinate our efforts on stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States values our cooperation with allies and partners in combatting the pandemic and in planning for our collective recovery. In addition to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
"We built the most advanced and robust testing anywhere in the world, and we’ve done more testing than any country anywhere in the world."
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) is aware of the impact of COVID-19 on U.S. citizens abroad, Service members, and their eligible family members, when voting absentee during the remainder of the 2020 election cycle. FVAP is in communication with state election offices, the Military Postal Service Agency, and other federal agencies to bring you up-to-date information ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Seventy-five years ago today, the last remnants of the Nazi regime unconditionally surrendered to the Allied Powers, marking the end of World War II in Europe. Today, we celebrate the forces of freedom who defeated tyranny and emerged victorious in that monumental struggle. We pay tribute to those who served for their service and pause ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, VE Day
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Persons who are considering travel to Italy should be aware that they are subject to travel restrictions by the Italian government. The Italian Foreign Ministry has issued English-language guidance for the latest health decree that went into effect on May 4, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Good morning, everyone. It’s been 128 days since Chinese doctor Ai Fen – the director of the Wuhan Central Hospital’s emergency unit – shared information on the internet about a patient with a SARS-like virus. Her colleague, Dr. Li Wenliang, shared Dr. Ai’s report online with medical colleagues. The next day, December 31st, regional health ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
As we work together to defeat the coronavirus at home, the United States stands with our global partners in their time of need, as we always have. A healthier world means a healthier United States. For more than a half century, the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
On March 30, President Donald Trump announced a robust assistance package to the beautiful country of Italy worth up to 100 million dollars. The assistance would have two goals: to help Italy fight the pandemic and to help boost global trade. As part of the President’s aid package, the United States Agency for International Development, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Months into fighting this pandemic at home and abroad, the United States remains the largest single country donor to the response efforts globally, building on decades of leadership in life-saving ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Well, good morning, everyone. How are you all doing today? You’re all safe, healthy, good? I want to send my condolences first of all to the Americans and people all around the world who have suffered from the loss of loved ones because of this horrible virus. Many Americans too are hurting because of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Secretary of State
Encouraging private-sector solutions through targeted deregulation and public-private partnerships is a critical part of the Trump Administration’s COVID-19 response. This approach has successfully expanded testing development, healthcare capacity, and the use of telehealth. Telehealth has grown as the United States continues responding to COVID-19’s challenges, leading to public health benefits.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Thank you very much. Thank you. Today I’d like to provide you with an update in our war against the coronavirus. Thanks to our comprehensive strategy and extraordinary devotion to our citizens — we’ve had such tremendous support all over — we continue to see encouraging signs of progress.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Okay, thank you very much. And I’m honored to be joined by representatives of many great American retail companies, some of the greatest companies anywhere in the world. And we’re talking today about different things, and — including distribution and medical diagnostics, et cetera. You’ll see in a second, they’re going to say hello.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Today marks 75 years of liberation for Italy! Enjoy this tribute by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Italian Liberation Day
Ambassador Eisenberg participates in the #Bookwork Marathon for World Book Day, reading the Preamble to the United States Declaration of Independence and Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Speech.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Giornata Mondiale del Libro
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The CDC advises travelers to avoid all nonessential international travel. Please see CDC information regarding high-risk traveler categories. Although passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19, travelers with an immediate travel need and a confirmed flight to the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Well, good morning, everyone. Happy Ramadan to those of you in time zones where it’s Thursday already. I want to lead off with three commemorations. First, we remember those slain in terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. That was one year ago yesterday. Second, this week the administration honors the annual Holocaust Days ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Government has worked tirelessly to “bend the curve” and prevent healthcare utilization from exceeding the healthcare system’s capacity. Given ventilators’ life-saving role, it is important that demand stay below supply so that no person who is in need of a ventilator is denied one.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
This rolling collection of photos, tweets and articles offers a snapshot of the U.S. commitment to fighting COVID-19 worldwide.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The U.S. Government has pledged to support Italy’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. USAID is committing $50 million to support health security, civil society, and the Italian private sector. Providing this critical assistance will not only help the people of Italy, one of our closest and oldest allies, it will lessen the risk of cross-border ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Through the INVEST Project, USAID seeks to unlock the potential of the private sector to drive inclusive growth in countries around the world.Increasingly, private investors and businesses are looking to emerging markets for better returns and new market opportunities. However, encouraging private investment and activity in high-impact areas important to USAID such as agriculture, financial ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Italy and the United States clearly are at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19. Our countries have been particularly hard hit and we continue to feel ongoing pain. So I would like to take this opportunity to express my condolences on behalf of President Trump and my American colleagues around the world and friends. We ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
In this dark moment, U.S. companies have already donated almost € 30 million to hospitals and institutions fighting #COVID19 in Italy, and there’s more to come. These contributions are a further proof of our incredible, historical friendship. With these words Ambassador Eisenberg expressed himself in a video directed to the Italians. Stressing once again the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Well, we are several weeks to a month behind Italia, and it has been very fierce. Particularly, I have...my children and grandchildren are in the New York and New Jersey area which has been the hardest hit with over half the cases so far in United States, so it is a great concern as it ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Ambassador's Interview, Fanpage
The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health response to the COVID-19 pandemic even while we battle the virus at home. As part of this comprehensive and generous response from the American people, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have now committed nearly $508 million in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
"All of American society is engaged and mobilized in the war against the invisible enemy. While we must remain vigilant, it is clear that our aggressive strategy is working." President Donald J. Trump
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Rome, April 15, 2020 During a short ceremony today, Ambassador Eisenberg presented Mayor Raggi with a donation of 62 computers for schools in the city of Rome. These materials will be used to support online learning.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Ambassador's Interview
Okay. Thank you very much. Please. Thank you. A big day today at the White House. All of American society is engaged and mobilized in the war against the invisible enemy. While we must remain vigilant, it is clear that our aggressive strategy is working -- and very strongly working, I might add. New cases ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
International commercial flight options currently exist in Italy. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government has no plans to arrange repatriation flights in Italy at this time.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Well, thank you very much, everybody. This is a group of people who, in many cases, became quite famous because they went through a lot having to do with the coronavirus. A tremendous amount. And a lot of them were covered, and we know them from the media. They’ve all got very interesting and very ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
While there is no shortage of coronavirus content on the internet, the American people need access to the most up-to-date public health guidance and most relevant information on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) testing facilities in their communities. The White House and key Federal agencies are working alongside Schema.org to help ensure these critical resources surface ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Thank you very much. Please. Very importantly, I’d like to begin by saying that we’ve just reached agreement — the Secretary of Treasury, Steve Mnuchin, with the major airlines, all of our great airlines — to participate in a Payroll Support Program. This agreement will fully support airline industry workers, preserve the vital role airlines ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
It is the policy of the United States to take measures to assist State Governors under the Stafford Act in their responses to all threats and hazards to the American people in their respective States. Considering the profound and unique public health risks posed by the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19, the disease caused by the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: coronaviru, Covid-19, Health
Well, thank you very much. And I want to welcome many of our nation’s top hospital CEOs to the White House. It’s an honor to have you. Friends of mine for a long time, in many cases. We’re glad to be joined by Vice President Pence, who’s in the other room — he’ll be coming ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
During these difficult times, the United States is working in solidarity with our partners and Allies to provide humanitarian assistance to countries in need and to take all possible measures to combat the spread of coronavirus. Italy, one of our closest Allies and friends, has been at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 April, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Italian Republic (Italy), one of our closest and oldest Allies, is being ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has already claimed more than 18,000 lives, brought much of the Italian healthcare system to the brink of collapse, and threatens to push Italy’s economy into a deep recession. The Government of Italy has requested United ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Italian government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. Please review and follow the health decrees issued by the Government of Italy, including the need for social distancing, restrictions on movement outdoors, and the requirement to carry a self-certification document along with proper identification.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Thank you very much. Today, we continue to send our love to the great people of New York and New Jersey. We support them fully. We grieve alongside every family who has lost a precious loved one. New Yorkers are tough and strong and brave. New Jerseyites are tough and strong and brave, and they're ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Passport processing centers in the United States have suspended operations due to COVID-19. They are no longer printing non-emergency passports or Consular Reports of Birth Abroad received from overseas U.S. embassies and consulates. U.S. embassies and consulates are still able to print emergency passports. If you have an immediate need to travel and have a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Thank you very much. Today, we continue to send our love to the great people of New York and New Jersey. We support them fully. We grieve alongside every family who has lost a precious loved one. New Yorkers are tough and strong and brave. New Jerseyites are tough and strong and brave, and they're ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Public health plays a critical role in building strong, prosperous, and free societies around the world. Today, as our Nation and entire global community continue to combat the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, we reaffirm our commitment to do our part to stop the spread of this virus, care for the sick, and protect ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Health
First, I want to express my thanks to the dozens of countries that have expressed support for the new Venezuela framework that I announced when I was here last week. The goal is to replace Maduro’s illegitimate dictatorship with a legitimate, transitional government that can hold free and fair elections, presidential elections to represent all ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, State Department
Thank you very much. Thank you very much. This week, America continues our aggressive effort to defeat the virus as we enter a crucial and difficult phase of the battle. We continue to send our prayers to the people of New York and New Jersey, and to our whole country. But right now, New York ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
It’s a busy time. Very busy time. And let me begin by again expressing our support, solidarity, and love for the people of our great country. We’re fighting for you and we’re enduring all of this together. And we will soon prevail together. We’re making a lot of progress. We appreciate all of the great ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Thank you so much, and Happy Friday, everybody. Thanks again for joining us for the third briefing this week by senior State Department officials to provide the latest and most up-to-date information on COVID-19, the pandemic’s impact on the health of the State Department workforce, and the unprecedented, historic mission to bring Americans home from ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
International commercial flight options currently exist in Italy. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government has no plans to arrange repatriation flights in Italy at this time.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
America is at war against an invisible enemy. Unfortunately, the outbreak of the virus has led to wartime profiteering by unscrupulous brokers, distributors, and other intermediaries operating in secondary markets. This wartime profiteering is leading to hoarding and soaring prices for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like masks, gloves, and N-95 respirators, all of which are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Okay, thank you very much. It’s a great honor to be with the world leaders in American oil and gas and, really, I could say, the world leaders, period, when it comes to energy and American energy. The biggest companies anywhere — anywhere in the world. I want to thank Secretary of the Interior, David ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
To deal with the threat that the novel (new) coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2 poses to our Nation’s healthcare systems, on March 18, 2020, I issued Executive Order 13909 (Prioritizing and Allocating Health and Medical Resources to Respond to the Spread of COVID-19), in which I found that health and medical resources needed to respond to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Italian government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return home or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. Direct flights to the United States are available through Alitalia, which currently has one direct flight per day. Book flights ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Providing Federal Support for Governors’ Use of the National Guard to Respond to COVID-19
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Italian government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return home or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. Direct flights to the United States are available through Alitalia, which currently has one direct flight per day. Book flights ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
So many communities, small businesses, and Americans from all backgrounds are patriotically doing their part. President Trump knows these changes are difficult on many. To help as much as possible, he signed unprecedented economic relief into law last week, including major support for small businesses and workers.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
The Italian government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return home or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. Direct flights to the United States are available through Alitalia, which currently has one direct flight per day. Book flights ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
Well, good morning, everyone. It’s great to see you all. I hope everybody’s keeping safe, healthy. I want to talk about two important topics today. The first is the new framework, our pathway for democracy that we’re rolling out today with respect to the conflict, the crisis in Venezuela. And then second, I want to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
..This is the case finding in Italy. And you can see that they’re beginning to turn the corner in new cases. They’re entering their fourth week of full mitigation and showing what is possible when we work together as a community, as a country, to change the course of this pandemic together.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
“Whenever you see high quality, effective COVID-19 aid being delivered around the world by UN humanitarian and relief agencies, what you are seeing is the generosity of the American people and those who share our humanitarian values. We are by far the largest contributors to organizations like the UN Children’s Fund and the World Food ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
I want to start today by highlighting several critical developments on both the testing and treatment that will help us win our war against the coronavirus. On Friday, the FDA authorized a new test developed by Abbott Labs that delivers lightning-fast results in as little as five minutes. That’s a whole new ballgame. I want ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
On April 1, 2015, by Executive Order 13694, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the increasing prevalence and severity of malicious ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Well, thank you very much. First of all, I’d like to congratulate the Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA and everybody else in the federal government, working with state government, but on the incredible job that the Army Corps and FEMA did on building the hospital in New York at the Javits Center. Two thousand ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 29 March, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Former President Trump Administration, Health
Thank you very much. Great to have you. And thank you all for being here. My administration is taking new action to ensure that America has the medical resources and equipment needed to fight the global pandemic. It’s been a brutal pandemic for over 150 countries all over the world. We’ve had great success over ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Italian government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return home or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. Direct flights to the United States are available through Alitalia, which currently has one direct flight per day. Book flights ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health Alert
A Service of the Bureau of Consular Affairs U.S. Department of State
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: STEP
U.S. Mission Italy has suspended routine consular services. For emergency American Citizens Services, including emergency passports, please visit our website for additional information. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 3 Health Advisory for COVID-19. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departurefrom any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Thanks. And thanks, everyone, for joining so late in the day. I’m thinking back in a simpler time, we all might be planning our evenings at this point. But I know my colleagues are still working hard and I suspect everyone on the call is as well. Anyway, let me start with a few remarks, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
Thank you very much. Been a very busy day. I want to thank the American people for the incredible sacrifices that they’re making on behalf of our nation. And I want to encourage everyone to keep following our guidelines on social distancing: avoiding large gatherings and hand washing, and all of the other things that ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring home our citizens from every corner of the globe. As of today, we have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
In response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules out of Ramstein Air Base, Germany, transported an En-Route Patient Staging System (ERPSS) to Aviano AB, Italy, for delivery to the Italian Ministry of Defense. This mobile, or fixed system, provides 10 patient holding/staging beds and can support a maximum throughput ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Italy | 22 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Health
We want the Italian people to know that we are in this battle together. Italy and the United States have a solid, historical bond. Just think, for example, of all the Italian-Americans who go back and forth between our two countries. Just a few days ago I spoke to the
