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Joint Statement from President Biden and Prime Minister Meloni

The White House JULY 27, 2023   The United States and Italy commit to strengthen space cooperation, including through the creation of a “new space dialogue” to promote industrial cooperation with government support. Both reaffirm their partnership on space exploration and express, as original signatories, support for the principles of the Artemis Accords. The United ... Read More»

Sacrifices of Operation Husky as Important Today as in the Past

July 9, 2023 Gela, Siracusa [As Prepared for Delivery] Good evening. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Gela and Naval Air Station Sigonella for organizing this important event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Operation Husky. I am honored to be here in the presence of our distinguished guests. I would like to acknowledge ... Read More»

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni

June 26, 2023 President Joe Biden spoke today with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy as part of his close coordination with key Allies and partners following recent events in Russia. The leaders affirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine. They also coordinated on preparations ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit and discussed recent developments in North Africa. President Biden ... Read More»

Chargè d’Affaires Shawn Crowley Celebrates Independence Day 2023 at Villa Taverna

June 26, 2023 Villa Taverna, Rome [As Prepared for Delivery] Minister Tajani, members of the government, fellow diplomats, distinguished guests, good evening, buonasera. Welcome to the U.S. Embassy’s celebration of the 247th anniversary of the declaration of independence of the United States of America! A titolo personale, vorrei esprimire il mio sincero ringraziamento ad ognuno ... Read More»