As we meet today, the people of Venezuela stand at the threshold of history, ready to reclaim their country and to reclaim their future. Not long ago, Venezuela was the wealthiest nation, by far, in South America. But years of socialist rule have brought this once-thriving nation to the brink of ruin. That’s where it ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, Policy, President of the United States
| Tags: Venezuela crisis
The President has declared a National Day of Mourning on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 in honor of former President George H. W. Bush. The U.S. Mission to Italy (Embassy Rome and constituent posts), the U.S. Embassy to the Holy See, and the U.S. Mission to the U.N. Agencies will therefore be closed on December 5.
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: President George H. W. Bush
Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service — to be, in his words, “a ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: President George W. Bush
Mr. Prime Minister, I want to begin by congratulating you once again on your tremendous victory in Italy. It was something that all the world was watching, and it excited the people all across Italy and, I can tell you, all across the United States, as well. Congratulations. In your election, the Italian nation has ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 31 July, 2018 | Topics:
President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte of Italy to the White House on July 30, 2018. Italy is an important NATO Ally, a leading partner in Afghanistan and Iraq, and key in bringing stability to the Mediterranean region. Together, the United States and Italy will look to deepen cooperation in addressing global ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Conte
Well, thank you very much, everybody. We appreciate it. We’re getting ready to go back. We had a tremendous 24 hours. We’ve had a tremendous three months, actually, because this has been going on for quite a while. That was a tape that we gave to Chairman Kim and his people, his representatives. And it ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Singapore Summit
President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un conducted a comprehensive, in-depth, and sincere exchange of opinions on the issues related to the establishment of new U.S.–DPRK relations and the building of a lasting and robust peace regime on the Korean Peninsula. President Trump committed to provide security guarantees to the DPRK, and Chairman Kim Jong ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 12 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Kim Jong Un, Singapore Summit
THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, a short time ago, I ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch precision strikes on targets associated with the chemical weapons capabilities of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. A combined operation with the armed forces of France and the United Kingdom is now underway. We thank them both. Tonight, I ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 13 April, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Syria
Here tonight are two fathers and two mothers: Evelyn Rodriguez, Freddy Cuevas, Elizabeth Alvarado, and Robert Mickens. Their two teenage daughters — Kayla Cuevas and Nisa Mickens — were close friends on Long Island. But in September 2016, on the eve of Nisa’s 16th Birthday, neither of them came home. These two precious girls were ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 30 January, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, SOTU 2018
But America first does not mean America alone. When the United States grows, so does the world. American prosperity has created countless jobs all around the globe, and the drive for excellence, creativity, and innovation in the U.S. has led to important discoveries that help people everywhere live more prosperous and far healthier lives.
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 26 January, 2018 | Topics:
Featured Event, President of the United States
| Tags: Davos, Donald J. Trump
The publication of the National Security Strategy (NSS) is a milestone for any presidency. A statutorily mandated document, the NSS explains to the American people, U.S. allies and partners, and federal agencies how the President intends to put his national security vision into practice on behalf of fellow citizens. First and foremost, President Donald J. Trump’s NSS ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 December, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, National Security Strategy
So today, let us rededicate ourselves to a path of mutual understanding and respect. Let us rethink old assumptions and open our hearts and minds to possible and possibilities. And finally, I ask the leaders of the region -- political and religious; Israeli and Palestinian; Jewish and Christian and Muslim -- to join us in ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Near East & North Africa, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Israel, Jerusalem
President Trump remains committed to achieving a lasting peace agreement between the Israelis and Palestinians, and he is optimistic that peace can be achieved.
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Near East & North Africa, President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Israel, Jerusalem
President Trump‘s decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital aligns U.S. presence with the reality that Jerusalem is home to Israel’s legislature, Supreme Court, President’s office, and Prime Minister‘s office. We have consulted with many friends, partners, and allies in advance of the President making his decision. We firmly believe there is an opportunity for ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Israel, Rex Tillerson
On an unseasonably warm November 30, President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participated in the 95th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting. With the White House’s south facade as the backdrop, spectators gathered on the Ellipse at President’s Park to watch musical performances from groups such as the Beach Boys and listen to ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 December, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Christmas Tree Lighting, Donald J. Trump
Earlier this year, the President signed Executive Order 13780, which asked the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a new minimum baseline for how much information sharing with foreign nations is required to determine whether their nationals seeking entry into the United States present security threats to our Nation. The new baseline furthers the aims ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Travel
Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of our citizens continue to suffer the effects of the devastating hurricanes that ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, UNGA
President Donald J. Trump opened the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York with comments on the need for international cooperation on UN reform. He was flanked by UN Secretary General António Guterres and United States Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley, who provided opening remarks. Chief of Staff John Kelly and National Security Advisor ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, UNGA
I actually saw great potential right across the street, to be honest with you, and it was only for the reason that the United Nations was here that that turned out to be such a successful project. So I want to thank you, Ambassador Haley, for your introduction and for your steadfast advocacy for ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, UNGA
Throughout history, everyday Americans and first responders have done the extraordinary through selfless acts of patriotism, compassion, and uncommon courage. Not just in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, but across our great Nation, Americans on September 11, 2001, bound themselves together for the common good, saying with one voice that we will be neither scared ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Patriot Day 2017
I want to thank you, Secretary Mattis, General Dunford, members of the Cabinet, members of the Armed Forces, first responders, and most importantly, to the families and to the survivors: It’s an honor to join you on this very, very solemn occasion. This is an occasion that is extraordinary, and it will always be extraordinary. ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 11 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: 9/11, Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy to discuss the agenda for the upcoming G20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany and to renew his appreciation for the Prime Minister’s efforts in hosting the exceptional G7 Summit in May. President Trump also underscored his appreciation for Italy’s efforts to address the ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 3 July, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Gentiloni
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced that the United States will withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord, and begin negotiations to either re-enter or negotiate an entirely new agreement with more favorable terms for the United States. The decision is a fulfillment of the promise President Trump made to the American people during his campaign. ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Climate, Donald J. Trump
In my meetings at the G7, we have taken historic steps to demand fair and reciprocal trade that gives Americans a level playing field against other nations. We’re also working very hard for peace in the Middle East, and perhaps even peace between the Israelis and the Palestinians. Our attacks on terrorism are greatly stepped ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 June, 2017 | Topics:
Environment, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Climate, Donald J. Trump
Since the first day of this administration, President Donald Trump has been working tirelessly to keep the promises that he made to the American people. President Trump has been reforming healthcare, enforcing our laws, ending illegal immigration, rebuilding our military. And this President has been rolling back excessive regulations and unfair trade practices that were ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Climate, Donald J. Trump, Mike Pence
And I'm trying to figure out who’s in that helicopter that is coming in. It may be Prime Minister Abe. It may be Justin from Canada. Great people. We made a lot of good friends this week, I'll tell you, a lot of good friends. They’re good people. America is very blessed with a lot ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 27 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Featured Event, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, g7italy, g7summit
“My visit to Bambino Gesu Children’s Hospital today was very moving. To spend time speaking to and coloring with children who have such a positive spirit despite illness was an amazing gift," stated First Lady Melania Trump. "The time I spent with the little ones in the Intensive Care Unit is something I will never ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 May, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Bambino Gesu, Donald J. Trump, First Lady
The Pope and the President discussed how religious communities can combat human suffering in crisis regions, such as Syria, Libya, and ISIS-controlled territory. The President affirmed that the United States and the Holy See share many fundamental values and seek to engage globally to promote human rights, combat human suffering, and protect religious freedom.
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 May, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Vatican
President Donald J. Trump today held meetings with Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni. The leaders discussed the alliance between the United States and Italy, as well as priorities in the areas of defense cooperation, counterterrorism, and efforts to deny terrorists safe havens from Mali to Libya to Iraq to Afghanistan. President ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 24 May, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
[...] Traveling next to Italy, President Trump will meet with His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss cooperation between the United States and religious communities in areas of joint concern. He will also meet, in Rome, with President Mattarella of Italy, who will later host the G-7, to discuss multilateral cooperation and bilateral ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 May, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, g7italy, g7summit
Mr. Prime Minister, I'm thrilled that you are here today to discuss how we can make this great relationship even more productive in the years to come. On the economy, Italy is one of America’s largest trading partners. A lot of people don’t know that. We both seek a trading relationship that is balanced, reciprocal ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Gentiloni
My fellow Americans: On Tuesday, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad launched a horrible chemical weapons attack on innocent civilians. Using a deadly nerve agent, Assad choked out the lives of helpless men, women, and children. It was a slow and brutal death for so many. Even beautiful babies were cruelly murdered in this very barbaric attack. ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 6 April, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Syria
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States -- (applause) -- and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our nation's path towards civil rights and the work that ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 28 February, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, U.S. Congress
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation across a range of shared interests, including security and counterterrorism. The leaders discussed Libya, the influx of migrants and refugees into Europe, as well as Italy's priorities, and the upcoming G-7 meeting in Italy. President Trump reiterated ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 4 February, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Gentiloni
For generations, African Americans have embodied the shared progress of our Nation. Through toil and struggle and with courageous actions that have broken barriers, they have made America a better place to live and work for everybody. Women like Katherine Johnson, a pioneer in space history whose work helped America win the Space Race, and ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 February, 2017 | Topics:
Human Rights, President of the United States
| Tags: Black History Month, Donald J. Trump
We will seek friendship and goodwill with the nations of the world, but we do so with the understanding that it is the right of all nations to put their own interests first. We do not seek to impose our way of life on anyone, but rather to let it shine as an example — ...
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 20 January, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
President-Elect Trump: "I want to tell the world community that while we will always put America’s interests first, we will deal fairly with everyone, with everyone — all people and all other nations. We will seek common ground, not hostility; partnership, not conflict."
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By U.S. Mission Italy | 10 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, President of the United States, U.S. & Italy
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Hillary Clinton, U.S. Elections
