Italian President Sergio Mattarella extended his congratulations to Donald Trump following his victory in the United States presidential election. He reaffirmed Italy’s commitment to strong bilateral relations with the U.S. and collaboration on the global stage.
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An Italy-US takedown of mafia family members is heralded a success. Sixteen individuals believed to be leaders and associates of the Gambino crime family have been apprehended in Italy and the United States.
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Italy’s chocolate and sweet maker Ferrero announced on 7th December it is buying US ice cream giant Wells Enterprises.
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An investigation into artefacts looted from Italy since the 1980s uncovers stolen antiquities valued at around $10million. Among the pieces was a statue unwittingly bought by Kim Kardashian West.
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Yesterday, the United States announced it will open its borders to travellers from EU and UK. There is no firm date but early November was mentioned. Other banned countries will also be allowed entry via air.
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Yesterday (30 August), the EU removed the US and five other countries from its travel safe list. Italy’s health minister Roberto Speranza signed a new travel ordinance at the weekend, which came into force today. These are the new rules for entry for arrivals from the US, Canada, Israel and UK.
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U.S. and international unions have accused Luxottica, the Italian arm of eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica, of violating workers’ right to unionise at a U.S. plant in Georgia. The Italian, French and U.S. governments are asked to mediate.
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