IRAQ. Italy’s Commitment in the South: Among Cooperation, Economic Growth, and Political-Religious Dialogue
Ambassador Niccolò Fontana carried out an institutional mission in southern Iraq, confirming the strengthening of Italy’s presence in the country through an integrated approach that combines economic diplomacy, development cooperation, protection of cultural heritage, and dialogue with political and religious authorities. Visits to Basra, Nasiriyah and Ur highlighted the contribution of development cooperation and Italian […]
Read moreADMISSION CALLS AND SCHOLARSHIPS – SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES MASTER’S DEGREES, UNIVERSITY OF TRENTO
The School of International Sudies of the University of Trento has published the admission calls for the Academic Year 2026/2027 for the Master’s Degree in International Security Studies (MISS), offered in collaboration with the Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, and the Master’s Degree in European and International Studies (MEIS). For both courses, all teaching activities are conducted in […]
Read moreOPEN DAYS University of Bologna “Virtual Fair “- FEBRUARY 24-25, 2026
The University of Bologna is organizing two online orientation events for international students. 1) Virtual Fair – Bachelor’s Programmes, to be held on 24 February 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CET). The event is intended for candidates interested in enrolling in a Bachelor’s degree or a Single-cycle Master’s degree programme: https://open.unibo.it/events/virtual-fair-bachelors-programmes 2) Virtual […]
Read moreBUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors
Are you an international investor interested in doing business in Italy? The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation provides you with a monthly publication to share new Italian economic perspectives and promote the growing advantages of investing in Italy. “BUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors” is a useful tool […]
Read moreNATO SACEUR meets NATO Ambassadors in Iraq
On 30 and 31 January, NATO SACEUR, General Alexus Gregory Grynkwich, paid an official visit to Baghdad. The mission commenced with a meeting with the NATO Ambassadors in Iraq, hosted at the Residence of Italy in Baghdad. The meeting provided a valuable and constructive opportunity to discuss regional security developments and to reaffirm the shared […]
Read morePublication of Sponsorship Notice 2026
The Embassy of Italy in Iraq intends to offer interested parties the opportunity to enter into sponsorship contracts with this Embassy. Sponsorships will have as their object the implementation of activities related to the 2026 Italian National Day celebrations and the events envisaged by the 2026 Program to promote Italy, which includes the organization of […]
Read moreMISSION TO THE GOVERNORATE OF ANBAR (RAMADI, FALLUJAH, 13 JANUARY 2026)
On 13 January, Ambassador Niccolò Fontana travelled to Ramadi and Fallujah, where he held meetings with local Authorities and tribal leaders. As the first official visit by an Italian Ambassador to the Governorate of Anbar, the mission provided an opportunity to explore avenues for cooperation in the political, economic and cultural spheres, and to further […]
Read moreYouth Climate Workshop in Baghdad under the “I-ACT” Italy–IRENA Initiative
Within the framework of the I-ACT initiative (Italy–IRENA Action for Climate Toolkit), a peer-to-peer training session dedicated to climate change and the energy transition was held in Baghdad on 21 December 2025. The workshop was designed and delivered by two young Iraqi women, beneficiaries of the I-ACT training programme, who acted as peer educators. Using […]
Read moreMilano Cortina 2026 – Join the Magic of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games!
Italy is preparing to host one of the most exciting and eagerly awaited events on the international sports scene: the Olympic Winter Games (6–22 February 2026) and the Paralympic Winter Games (6–15 March 2026) of Milano Cortina 2026. This unique event brings together sport, culture and innovation, with over 3.500 athletes from more than 90 […]
Read moreNews: 49th Baghdad International Fair 2026 — Registration Open
The 49th session of the Baghdad International Fair (BIF) one of Iraq’s most important commercial and investment exhibitions is scheduled to take place from 1 to 7 February 2026 at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds in Baghdad, Iraq. This annual multi-sectoral event brings together businesses, investors, and industry leaders from around the world to showcase products […]
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