ICoN 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
Read moreCall for applications for scholarships – Academic year 2026-2027
The call for applications for the scholarships offered by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for the academic year 2026–2027 is now available. Further information is available on the website https://studyinitaly.esteri.it. Applications must be submitted within the deadline of March 26th 2026 at 2pm (Italian time).
Read moreInternational Women’s Day 2026
On International Women’s Day, Italy reaffirms its commitment to protecting and promoting women’s rights worldwide and advancing gender equality, a priority of Italy’s mandate at the United Nations Human Rights Council and of our cooperation with UN Women. Happy 8th of March!
Read moreSecurity warning: emergency number +974 5015 3374.
Dear Italians, in light of the worsening of the security in Afghanistan and the capital, we renew our advice to stay in a safe place, limiting non essential movements. The Italian Embassy in Afghanistan operates from Doha and is unable to provide direct local consular assistance. In case of emergencies contact +974 5015 3374.
Read moreSecurity warning 27 February
In consideration of the ongoing hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan and the intense bombing of the city of Kabul (February 26-27, 2026) affecting also the central areas of the capital, as well as the drone attacks targeting the city of Kandahar and the violent border clashes, Italians still present in Afghanistan are urged to leave […]
Read moreMeeting with World Bank Afghanistan and International Finance Corporation (18 February 2026)
The Italian Embassy in Kabul, operating from Doha, hosted Faris Hadad-Zervos, Director of the World Bank Office in Kabul, for a briefing on the potential and challenges of the private sector in Afghanistan as a lead of social development and economic recovery. In the face of a fragile macroeconomic environment and a political framework characterized […]
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