Iceland | Volcanic eruption near Grindavík
On the evening of 18 December 2023, a strong volcanic eruption affected the Grindavik area, on the Reykjanes peninsula and near the Svartsengi geothermal plant, as well as in the Blue Lagoon tourist area. The eruption could last 7 to 10 days. Roads to the eruption area are closed. The road to Keflavik airport could […]
Read moreStart of excavation work on the city of Oslo aqueduct thanks to the Italian company Ghella
The Italian company Ghella, thanks to a joint venture with the Norwegian AF Group, today begins work on the construction of an important undertaking: a tunnel that will guarantee the city of Oslo an alternative reserve to the current water supply. The new aqueduct will bring drinking water to Oslo from Holsjord, in the Lier […]
Read moreThe Young Ambassadors Society is selecting the Italian delegation for youth groups at the G7 and G20
In collaboration with the Sherpa Office of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Young Ambassadors Society (YAS) is now recruiting the delegates that in 2024 will join the Italian Delegation of the Youth 7 (Y7) and Youth 20 (Y20), the official engagement groups […]
Read moreThe first textile recycling plant with Italian machinery inaugurated in Sandefjord
On 7 December, Norway’s first textile recycling plant was inaugurated in Sandefjord. The ceremony was attended by the Italian Ambassador, Stefano Nicoletti, together with the Governor of Vestfold County, Anne Strømøy, the CEO in charge of the plant, Pål Erik Haraldsen, Marco Benedetti, Sustainable Development Specialist of the Italian company Ommi and Head of Sustainability […]
Read moreThe Dante Alighieri Society celebrates 100 years in Oslo
The Italian Ambassador to Oslo, Stefano Nicoletti, participated in the centenary celebrations of the Oslo Committee of the Dante Alighieri Society. The history of the Dante Oslo Committee represents a century of promotion of Italian culture and language in the Scandinavian city and of intense cultural exchanges between Italy and Norway, through conferences and celebratory […]
Read moreTrento takes over from Trondheim as the European Capital of Volunteering
The Italian Ambassador to Oslo, Stefano Nicoletti, took part in the celebrations of Trondheim as the European Capital of Volunteering and for the passing of the baton to the city of Trento which will be next year, together with a delegation from the city of Trento , led by Mayor Franco Ianeselli. The Center for […]
Read moreItalian opera singing has become a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Assolirica’s contribution was decisive for the inclusion of opera singing in the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Assolirica promotes the diffusion of the value of the opera theater as an excellence and cultural heritage of the Italian Republic. As UNESCO writes “Opera singing in Italy is a physiologically controlled way of singing that improves the […]
Read more25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
ORANGE THE WORLD is a call to action and a reminder that violence against women and girls is the most pervasive human rights violation worldwide. There is No Excuse for gender-based violence! UN Women #OrangeTheWorld #16days #NoExcuse
Read more“History of Italian cuisine in comics”
The Italian Ministry of Foregn Affairs has created, together with the Italian Academy of Cuisine, the book “History of Italian cuisine in comics. From Etruscan tagliatelle to tiramisu”. From the Etruscans to the Romans, passing through Arab and American influences, the comic traces the history of the Italian culinary tradition and the dishes that characterize […]
Read moreApplications are now open for the scientific awards promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
The “Italian bilateral scientific cooperation award” was established to recognize an Italian scientist who has contributed to the progress of science and technology by carrying out her/his research abroad (in Norway or Iceland), thus improving Italy’s S&T relations with foreign countries and international organizations. Now in its sixth edition, this year the award is dedicated […]
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