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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
India, Italy to increase cooperation in aerospace, energy, mobility, auto
India and Italy have agreed to increase cooperation in areas such as manufacturing, auto, aerospace, energy transition, migration and mobility, an official statement said on Friday. These issues were discussed during the meetings between Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani. Brescia is Italy's manufacturing hub. "India and Italy agreed to prioritise cooperation in several emerging and strategic sectors. These include Industry 4.0, aerospace, energy transition, and sustainable mobility," the commerce ministry said. The two sides also stressed the importance of joint efforts in skill development, digital transformation, migration and mobility, as well as global connectivity initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The two leaders co-chaired the 22nd session of the India-Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC). The ministry said that several concrete outcomes emerged from the JCEC, and that includes the two countries agreeing to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food processing, and to set up Joint Working Groups in the automobile and space sectors. "Both sides identified collaboration opportunities in sustainable agri-value chains, agri-machinery, food packaging technologies, and renewable energy," it said. They also agreed to work together in areas such as green hydrogen and biofuels and expressed intent to facilitate the movement of skilled professionals between the two countries. A strong Indian business delegation comprising top leadership from nearly 90 companies accompanied the Minister during the visit. The delegation visited Italian industries and held several meetings with local companies. Goyal also held one-on-one interactions with Italian corporate leaders and welcomed their plans to expand operations, manufacturing, or establish a presence in India.
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President El-Sisi Meets Italy's Deputy Prime Minister (PM), Minister of Foreign Affairs
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said Mr. Tajani conveyed to President El-Sisi the greetings of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and expressed her interest in strengthening relations between the two countries. The President expressed his appreciation for this interest and emphasized the close Egyptian-Italian relations and the ties that unite the two friendly peoples. The meeting addressed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and investment fields, as well as opportunities to develop partnerships in the areas of energy, food security, agriculture, and livestock, to achieve the interests of both countries and maximize the benefits of these areas. The meeting also addressed the importance of cooperation between the two countries in combating illegal immigration, as well as cooperation in the area of regular migration, and the need to support Egypt in this regard, given its success in preventing any boats carrying illegal migrants from departing from its coast since 2016, and hosting approximately 9.5 million foreigners displaced by the crises facing the region. The meeting also touched on the situation in the Gaza Strip. Egypt's efforts to achieve a ceasefire, exchange hostages and detainees, and deliver humanitarian aid were reviewed, while confirming Egypt's rejection of the displacement of Palestinians from their land or the liquidation of the Palestinian cause. This is in addition to emphasizing that the recognition of an independent Palestinian state within the framework of a two-state solution is the only guarantee for achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. The Italian deputy prime minister and minister of foreign affairs expressed Italy's appreciation for Egypt's mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and stressed his country's support for the early recovery and reconstruction plan proposed by Egypt, which has received Arab and Islamic support. The meeting also tackled developments in Syria, Libya, and Sudan, maritime security in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and developments pertinent to negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding the Iranian nuclear issue. The meeting confirmed Egypt's keeness to see the stability of those countries and the protection of their resources and unity, alongside the need to resolve disputes peacefully and to push relentlessly for a ceasefire in Gaza. Mr. Tajani praised Egypt's tremendous efforts to restore regional stability, stressing his country's commitment to continuous consultation and coordination with Egypt in this regard. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Zawya
30-01-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Hospital Ship Global Mercy™ to Stay in Sierra Leone until June 2026
The Ministry of Health of Sierra Leone and international charity Mercy Ships ( have reaffirmed their partnership, announcing that the Global Mercy ™ hospital ship will remain in Freetown through June 2026. This marks the charity's third consecutive field service in Sierra Leone and its eighth visit to the country since 1992, underscoring a shared commitment between the two parties in ensuring access to life-changing surgical healthcare for those who need it most. In addition, an extension to the protocol agreement has also been signed reflecting a deepened collaboration between Mercy Ships and the Sierra Leonean government to support lasting change in the country's healthcare system through 2030—long after the ship is due to depart in 2026. Since its arrival in Freetown in August 2023, the Global Mercy – the world's largest purpose-built civilian hospital ship – has provided over 2,470 free surgeries and trained more than 230 healthcare professionals. These efforts align with Sierra Leone's national healthcare priorities to improve access to essential surgical care and build capacity within the healthcare workforce. The protocol addendum was signed by Dr. Austin Demby, Minister of Health, and Mr. Timothy Musa Kabba, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, both of whom emphasised the trust and collaboration underpinning this partnership. Dr. Demby said: "I think what Mercy Ships has demonstrated is what empathy does for you in the service of people. You see it in the smiles, not just of the patients, but of the patients' families and relatives who come to witness the transformation in their loved ones." Mr. Kabba, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, added: "Over the next five years, we are hopeful that the number of beneficiaries will increase, and that Sierra Leoneans will be made wholesome to pursue their God-given opportunities." Dr. Sandra Lako, Mercy Ships Sierra Leone Country Director, said: 'We are delighted to continue providing life-changing surgeries and training on board the ship for a further 10 months. In addition, our 5-year agreement with the government of Sierra Leone affirms our joint commitment to make a long-lasting impact on the surgical care system, and we look forward to seeing the ripple effect this sustained partnership brings.' Mercy Ships partners with the Ministry of Health and the University of Sierra Leone to foster long-term developments for the country's surgical care system. Educational initiatives include sponsoring Sierra Leonean dental students at the Université Gamal Abdel Nasser de Conakry in Guinea, with graduates committed to bolstering Sierra Leone's limited dental workforce. Training programs for nurses have focused on perioperative care, anaesthesia, and sterile processing. In 2024, Mercy Ships received accreditation from the West African College of Surgeons, allowing surgical and anesthesia residents to undertake placements aboard the Global Mercy to complement their in-country training programs. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Mercy Ships. Media contact: Mercy Ships Sophie Barnett Mercy Ships International PR Manager Email: Website: Sierra Leone Ministry of Health Abdul S. Brima/James T. Kallay Email: communications@ Website: Visit for more information.
