Participation of Amb. Ugolini to the press conference of the book “Donne. Resistenza. Libertà. Storie di ventuno afghane in lotta per la vita”, of Angela Iantosca.
Upon invitation of the organization NOVE Caring Humans, Ambassador Sabrina Ugolini delivered a video message at the press conference dedicated to the presentation of the book “Donne. Resistenza. Libertà. Storie di ventuno afghane in lotta per la vita” by Angela Iantosca (Paoline Editions), held on February 12, 2026, at the Senate of the Republic. A story […]
Read moreOpportunity to Study in Italy
The applications to the Master Degree in International Security Studies (MISS), in collaboration with the Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa, and the Master Degree in European and International Studies (MEIS) are now open. Both degrees are offered in English. The admission announcements for non-European candidates is open until March 4, 2026 (this category […]
Read moreThe Embassy celebrates the cultural links between Italy and Afghanistan through the works of Alighiero Boetti
The Embassy of Italy in Kabul, relocated to Doha, in collaboration with Tornabuoni Art, has organized a special event dedicated to Alighiero Boetti (1940-1994) and his connections with Afghanistan, in the context of the prestigious international art fair Art Basel Qatar (Doha, February 5-7, 2026). Through the exhibited works, created during the artist permanence in […]
Read moreHolocaust Remembrance Day 2026
On the occasion of the Holocaust Remembrance Day, we join the commemoration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the entire diplomatic and consular network, in first line in fighting antisemitism and paying homage to the victims of the Shoah.
Read moreStatement by President Meloni
The Italian Government was astonished to learn of President Trump’s remarks claiming that NATO allies “stayed back” during the operations in Afghanistan. Following the terrorist attacks on 11 September 2001, NATO activated Article 5 for the first and only time in its history: an act of extraordinary solidarity towards the United States. In that large-scale […]
Read moreItaly approves a new contribution of 1 Million Euros to UNODC Afghanistan
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has approved a new funding of 1 million euros in favor of UNODC for the project “Improving the well-being of Afghan women and youth by increasing licit income opportunities” in the Provinces of Herat and Nangarhar. According to UNODC, “since its launch in December 2024, the project […]
Read moreItaly approves a new contribution to the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy has granted a new contribution of 2,4 million euros to the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan (STFA) to implement the initiative “Preserving Heritage Properties and Upgrading Settlements in Bamiyan Province to Promote Employment, Economic Opportunities, Durable Solutions and Climate Resilience”. The project, which supports the […]
Read moreJoint Statement on Afghanistan on Human Rights Day (10 December 2025)
Italy is among the signing Nations of the Joint Statement on Human Rights Day, presented at the United Nations within the Afghanistan Security Council meeting: “Joint Statement on Human Rights Day, 10 December, 2025. Joint statement delivered by H.E. Ms. Tanja Fajon, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic […]
Read moreHuman Rights Day
On Human Rights Day, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10th, 1948, we recall Italy’s commitment to defending and promoting human rights and combating all forms of discrimination, in view of the imminent start of its mandate as a voting member of the United Nations Human […]
Read moreMeeting with Richard Bennett, UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Afghanistan (December 1, 2025)
Ambassador Sabrina Ugolini met Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Afghanistan, during a briefing to the diplomatic community operating from Doha regarding Afghanistan. The gathering provided valuable insights into the latest activities of the Special Rapporteur, which are helpful in guiding the complex engagement process with Kabul. During his […]
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