Embassy of Italy in India

A friendly and productive meeting in with my counterpart Shri Rajnath Singh .
We discussed a wide range of regional and global issues, including the current situation in the Middle East.
We also explored opportunities to further develop industrial cooperation for defence based on shared interests and mutual benefit.
Finally, we exchanged the 2026-2027 Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan, for the commitments and collaboration between our Armed Forces.”
Minister commented during his official visit to India

During his official visit to , Minister of Defence 🇮🇹 Guido Crosetto met with NSA Ajit Doval.

🗣️ “A cordial meeting with India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval. The focus was on strengthening the strategic dialogue between Italy and India on key international security issues, with particular attention to Indo-Pacific stability, maritime security, freedom of navigation, as well as the protection of energy and commercial routes. A shared commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation in the defence industry sector, and readiness to broaden collaboration in defence and security across all operational, training and exercise domains”.

Always a pleasure to meet w/ Secretary Sport Hari Ranjan Rao.
A driver of business, cooperation & people2people ties, sport is a pillar of 🇮🇹 🇮🇳 partnership. Delved into collaboration between sports federations, major events & charity initiatives, industrial synergies in infrastructures, facility and technical textile.

We celebrate 🇮🇹 Liberation Day and the values of democracy and freedom, symbols of our history, foundation of our Republic and our Constitution. 🇮🇹

day in , last Apr15, for 🇮🇹 Business Conclave. Fruitful field visits & interactions w/ leading 🇮🇹 companies operating in India. From - 2nd 🌎 chocolate 🍫 producer & confectionary leader. To & - key players in automotive & auto components. Explored strategies to enhance 🇮🇹 biz presence in 🇮🇳, building on advanced manufacturing, cutting-edge solutions & high-end products. Thx to

Trade & export promotion. Investment opportunities. Industrial partnerships between 🇮🇹& 🇮🇳

Delighted to attend the Pune Business Conclave w/ leading Italian companies based in India. Valuable exchanges & one-to-one meetings as our economies grow ever more integrated. Building stronger & more resilient value chains on the momentum of 🇪🇺 🇮🇳 FTA.
Together w/ , , & , we stand alongside our companies. From auto components to machinery, manufacturing & agri-tech. 🇮🇹 a trusted partner delivering excellence & cutting-edge technology.

Bocconi Meets India 🇮🇹🇮🇳

Sold out with Indian students & faculty at the Embassy’s Cultural Centre in New Delhi to explore Bocconi’s academic excellence, global outlook & opportunities to study in Italy.

Grateful to , and to Dean Fumagalli & Prof. Tabarini for their participation.

From business & innovation to industry, fashion and design — areas that define global standing and its presence in Mumbai since 2012.

University dialogue and talent mobility, especially in economic, technical and scientific fields, are key pillars of the 🇮🇹 🇮🇳 strategic partnership.

Culture is a pillar of 🇮🇹 🇮🇳 partnership. Exchanges & reciprocal influences throughout history, +100 UNESCO heritage sites, and a common wish to work ever more closely together. Major exhibitions, loans & museum cooperation, artist in residence, joint cultural events, synergies between creative industries & more. 🇮🇹 honoured to host an 🇮🇳 Pavillion at the 2026. Thanks to for the fruitful exchange!

Delighted to meet Hon’ble Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju. Parliamentary dialogue & interactions a key pillar of the 🇮🇹 🇮🇳 close cooperation.

Theee words to welcome and celebrate the launch of Campus in Italy. Creativity, innovation, dialogue. The first Asia design institute to open a branch in Europe. A concrete testament to the role of young people and universities as bridges between cultures. An initiative that reflects the value of talent and skills mobility. And promotes design as a driver of social transformation across key sectors: mobility, sustainability, and urban regeneration. Another meaningful chapter in the collaboration and friendship between Italy and India 🇮🇹🇮🇳