Secretary Blinken’s Call with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tajani

Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke via phone today with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani.  They discussed Tunisia’s political and economic challenges and the need to help the Tunisian government implement durable solutions.  The United States continues to underscore the importance of the Tunisian government quickly implementing its own ... Read More»

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Call with Francesco Talò, Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister of Italy

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Francesco Talò, Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister of Italy. The two officials condemned Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine, including its strikes against Ukraine’s critical infrastructure. They reaffirmed their commitment to providing Ukraine with assistance, including support for Ukraine’s energy resilience and the military equipment needed to defend Ukraine’s sovereignty ... Read More»

President Biden’s Message on the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the Italian Republic

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»

A Proclamation on 160th Anniversary Of The Unification Of Italy And The Establishment Of United States-Italy Diplomatic Relations

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»

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Italian Foreign Minister Di Maio

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»

Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio Before Their Meeting

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»

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Matteo Salvini

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today in Washington with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Matteo Salvini.  They reiterated the value of the United States’ longstanding relationship with Italy, including as NATO Allies and members of the G7.  They also discussed confronting regional security risks from Russia and Iran, the threat posed by ... Read More»
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