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22 Oct 2025

Technical mission for the reconstruction of Gaza. Meetings in Jerusalem, Ramallah, and Amman

At the instruction of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, a technical delegation organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Farnesina) carried out a mission in Jerusalem and Ramallah on October 20–21 to support the reconstruction of Gaza.The mission brought together representatives from various branches of the Italian Government: in addition to the Farnesina and the Office of the Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister, participants included members from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Civil Protection Department, and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP).

Bandi 17 Oct 2025

5% Global Fund Call 2025: list of submitted proposals published

The notice and list of proposals received for the Call for the Award of Grants for “Synergistic Initiatives” submitted by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Universities, and Public Research Institutions under the Technical Support Spending Framework to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria – 2025 financial allocation – have been published online.

17 Oct 2025

AICS Annual Report 2024 now Online: Figures, Stories, and Challenges of Italian Cooperation

The AICS Annual Report 2024, now available online, offers an in-depth overview of projects completed or underway in partner countries, highlighting results achieved and future perspectives.

14 Oct 2025

“Profession: Aid Worker” – study day dedicated to the protagonists of International Cooperation

It is this wealth of professional expertise that the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and Info-Cooperazione.it, will highlight with a dedicated initiative on October 21, as part of the 16th edition of the “Festival of Diplomacy.”

13 Oct 2025

In Milan, the Global Forum on Food: Healthier, More Sustainable and Inclusive Food Systems

The Forum serves as a global laboratory for sharing best practices and building alliances, with the aim of developing urban food systems that are healthy, sustainable, and inclusive. Over the five days, participating cities, together with international organizations and networks such as FAO, WFP, UNEP, the European Commission, World Bank, C40, and ICLEI, will discuss key topics including food security,

Progetti 10 Oct 2025

Santa Clara College: closing ceremony of the Restoration Project Held in Cuba

In the restored Aula Magna, at the heart of the College, the closing ceremony took place, during which diplomas were awarded for the course on the restoration and rehabilitation of historic buildings, the use of new technologies, and an introduction to creative economies.

Progetti 10 Oct 2025

Italy alongside ASEAN countries in the COOPMEC project

The project will be implemented by CIHEAM Bari, an international organization with long-standing experience in fisheries and aquaculture and a historic partner of Italian Cooperation.

Eventi 09 Oct 2025

“Voices from Bamyan: in Florence, screening of the documentary on the Italian Cooperation project”

The docufilm, produced by the University of Florence (Department of SAGAS-LaGeS) and the Milan-based artistic research group Studio Azzurro, was created within the framework of a project funded by the Italian Cooperation, aimed at supporting the redevelopment of informal settlements in Bamyan and Herat.

Convenzioni 08 Oct 2025

Scientific knowledge in the service of cooperation: AICS-CNR dialogue on Africa

At the AICS headquarters, the event "Research and Cooperation for Africa: AICS-CNR Dialogue" was held on October 6, opened by AICS Director Marco Riccardo Rusconi and CNR President Andrea Lenzi.During the event, Directors of Departments and Institutes from the National Research Council (CNR) presented the Council’s scientific activities to AICS executives and officials. They also explored potential areas of collaboration in African countries and regions, including within the framework of the Mattei Plan.

National Festival of civil economy: youth at the Heart of participatory democracy”

“Civic Symphonies: youth in the Democratic Counterpoint” was the title of the panel held during the first day of the National Festival of Civil Economy.

Emergenze 02 Oct 2025

Earthquake in Afghanistan: two emergency relief projects launched in the Hardest-Hit Provinces

The two emergency interventions, with a total funding of 900,000 euros, are part of the aid package allocated under initiative AID 013073/01/0, approved by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, within the framework of Italy's commitments in response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan

Progetti 30 Sep 2025

Italy and Uganda together for the Private Sector: Project Agreement signed at the Embassy

The main objective of the initiative is to strengthen the local private sector in Uganda through tailored business services and capacity building for entrepreneurs, leveraging international partnerships.