Afghanistan: Italian MoFA project for the protection of the cultural landscape and sustainable development in Bamiyan
A project funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI)—through the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS)—and implemented by the Social Geography Department of the University of Florence, aimed at contributing to the redevelopment of informal settlements in Afghanistan, has reached its results. The core of the activities focused on urban planning, […]
Read morePRESENTATION OF THE WOMEN BUSINESS PRIZE AFGHANISTAN (27 September 2026)
An Italian initiative of excellence: the “Women Business Prize Afghanistan,” established by the non-profit organization NOVE Caring Humans, was presented by Vice President Susanna Fioretti to the diplomatic community involved in the Doha Process and to representatives from the World Bank (WB) office in Kabul, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Italian Trade Agency […]
Read moreEIMA INTERNATIONAL 2026 – PRESS CONFERENCE INVITATION
We are pleased to invite you to the press conference on EIMA International 2026 (International Exhibition of Machinery for Agriculture and Gardening). The event will be live-streamed—with simultaneous interpretation in English, Spanish, and French—on the exhibition’s official website on September 17 at 2:30 PM (Rome Time). EIMA International 2026 – Bologna (Italy) – International Agricultural […]
Read moreTHE ITALIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION HAS RENEWED ITS SUPPORT TO MAIA
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) has renewed its support to MAIA, the Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan, founded in 1957 by Giuseppe Tucci. This activity remains a cornerstone of Italy’s cultural diplomacy, having uncovered iconic aspects of the country’s artistic and cultural heritage. Despite the ongoing challenges on the ground, […]
Read moreLaunch of the restoration of the Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Sharif: Italy and UNESCO strengthen the protection of cultural heritage in Afghanistan.
Following to the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that severely struck the Balkh province on November 3rd 2025, causing extensive damage to infrastructure and to the local socioeconomic fabric, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), through the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), in synergy with UNESCO, has launched an emergency intervention for the […]
Read moreICoN scholarship for the degree in Italian language and culture – 2026/2027
For the 2026–2027 academic year, the ICoN Consortium is offering 3 semester-long scholarships that partially cover enrollment fees for the Degree Course in Italian Language and Culture. The course is delivered via e-learning by the ICoN Consortium on behalf of its member universities. The scholarships are reserved for foreign nationals and Italian citizens residing abroad […]
Read moreInternational Day of Women in Diplomacy – 2026
On the occasion of the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, Ambassador Ugolini was hosted at the Australian Mission together with Colleagues from Netherlands and Republic of Korea, for a meeting with UNAMA and UNHCR representatives from Kabul. With a special focus on the rights of women and girls, their access to education and their […]
Read moreAICS Annual Report Afghanistan 2025
One year of efforts in favour of Afghanistan and its population, between new challenges and constant determination: with this spirit, the 2025 Annual Report by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation in Afghanistan provides analysis and results of the humanitarian and emergency activities conducted in the country. The Report also provides a detailed numerical overview of […]
Read moreAwarding of the scholarships of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) for the academic year 2026-2027
The final ranking list of the MAECI scholarships awarded by the Italian Government for the academic year 2026–2027 is hereby published. For privacy reasons, only the application identification number is shown. The absence of an applicant from the list of winners and reserves is equivalent to non-assignment of the scholarship. Winners have seven days from […]
Read moreJoint statement by High Representative/Vice President Kallas and Commissioner Lahbib on Kabul rehabilitation centre strike | EEAS
Our condolences to the families of the victims. Civilians should never be a target. https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/joint-statement-high-representativevice-president-kallas-and-commissioner-lahbib-kabul_en
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