26-27 May: The European Union at the G7 summit in Taormina

The 43rd edition of the G7 will take place from 26 to 27 May in the Sicilian city of Taormina (Italy), under Italian presidency. The European Union, who is a full member of the G7 (and the G20), will be jointly represented by the President of the European Commission and the President of the European Read more about 26-27 May: The European Union at the G7 summit in Taormina[…]

European commissioner for migration, home affairs and citizenship in Rome – Italy

Tomorrow, the european Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship will be in Rome, Italy where he will meet with the italian Minister of the interior to discuss the current migratory challenges Italy is facing. The european Commissioner will also meet with the italian Minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation to discuss the external Read more about European commissioner for migration, home affairs and citizenship in Rome – Italy[…]

The european Union approves the “Burrata di Andria” from Italy and the “Vale of Evesham Asparagus” from United Kingdom in the register of protected geographical indications

The european Union has approved the registration of two new products from Italy and the United Kingdom in the register of protected geographical indications (PGI). For Italy, it is the “Burrata di Andria”, a cheese made from cow’s milk with rounded shape produced in the region of Puglia, in the south of the country. One Read more about The european Union approves the “Burrata di Andria” from Italy and the “Vale of Evesham Asparagus” from United Kingdom in the register of protected geographical indications[…]

Solidarity with Italy: european funds to support reconstruction efforts after the earthquakes

When tragedy struck the heart of Italy with a deadly earthquake and aftershocks at the end of August 2016, and again in October, the european Commission stood in full solidarity with the Italian people. The Commission announced its full support, first to address the immediate emergency situation, and later to start rebuilding, together with the Read more about Solidarity with Italy: european funds to support reconstruction efforts after the earthquakes[…]

Three european transactions in Italy and Bulgaria to support energy efficiency and small businesses

Three different transactions are completed in two countries which benefit from the support of the european fund for strategic investments. In Italy, the european investment bank has agreed to provide a €300 million loan to Italian company Italgas to improve the efficiency of gas distribution networks through the rollout of smart gas meters. The european Read more about Three european transactions in Italy and Bulgaria to support energy efficiency and small businesses[…]

Commission authorises support for renewable energy in Italy

The European Commission has concluded that an Italian scheme aimed at supporting electricity generation from renewable energy sources is in line with EU state aid rules. The scheme will further EU energy and climate goals without unduly distorting competition in the Single Market. In particular, the scheme will support Italy in reaching its EU renewable Read more about Commission authorises support for renewable energy in Italy[…]

Agriculture: The Commission approves new Protected Geographical Indication from Italy

The Commission has approved today the addition of a new product to the quality register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). From Italy, “Patata del Fucino” is a ripe potato of the Solanum Tuberosum species which must be planted, grown and harvested in the area of the bed of Lake Fucino. Patata del Fucino’s skin does Read more about Agriculture: The Commission approves new Protected Geographical Indication from Italy[…]