The Dominican President Luis Abinader, on his official visit to Italy, developed an agenda of meetings with the main authorities of the Italian Government. Among the meetings was a bilateral dialogue with Antonio Tajani, Vice President of the Council of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, where the bilateral links and strategic cooperation between the two countries were discussed.
Subsequently, Abinader met with the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, at the Quirinal Palace, seat of the Italian Presidency, where they addressed issues of mutual interest and strengthened diplomatic ties. On the same day, the Head of State met with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, President of the Council of Ministers, within the framework of the diplomatic commitments programmed for the day.
Italy-Republic of the Dominican Business Forum
The day ended with the inauguration of the Italy-Republic of the Dominican Business Forum, a space that brings together government representatives and private sector representatives from both nations to explore business opportunities and strengthen economic exchanges. During the event, a conversation took place between the Dominican and Italian delegations, addressing common issues of interest for the development of commercial relations and cooperation between the two markets.
The conference was attended by First Lady Raquel Arbaje, accompanying the President on the agenda of meetings with authorities, representatives of international organizations and business actors. The visit also included activities related to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), where the advances of the Republic of the Dominican Republic in the fight against hunger were recognized.
Recognition and cultural activities
During the visit, the Dominican Republic received recognition from the FAO for its progress in reducing undernourishment, remaining below 2.5%. In addition, the contribution of Dominican artist and composer Juan Luis Guerra, with his work “Ojalá que llueva café en el campo”, was highlighted, and a Maridalia Hernández artistic performance will be presented during the forum’s closing.
The day concluded with a dinner offered by Paolo Barelli in honor of President Abinader, where the strengthening of bilateral ties was celebrated and the challenges and opportunities that persist in the relationship between the Dominican Republic and Italy were reflected upon.
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