Ho Chi Minh City: a red bench at the Consulate General of Italy to stand against gender-based violence
The Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City has inaugurated a red bench in the waiting area of its premises, joining the initiative launched by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, which calls for the installation of red benches across the network of Italian diplomatic and consular posts […]
Read moreConsul General opens the Week of Italian Cuisine in Ho Chi Minh City 2025
Consul General Alessandra Tognonato opened the 10th Week of Italian Cuisine in the World at Mega Market An Phú, celebrating Italy’s culinary heritage and its growing connection with Vietnam. “Ladies and Gentlemen,It is a great pleasure to open today, here at Mega Market An Phú, the first of our events marking in Ho Chi Minh […]
Read moreThe Week of Italian Cuisine in the World 2025: Kick-Off in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, 10 November 2025 — The 10th edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World (SCIM) officially opens today. The annual initiative, promoted by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, celebrates and promotes the excellence of Italian food and wine traditions around the globe. In Vietnam, the […]
Read moreUpdate on Typhoon “Kalmaegi”: Risk of flooding
The Vietnamese authorities have reported that areas along the Saigon River, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City, are facing an increased risk of flooding due to unusually high tides and heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Kalmaegi. Residents are advised to exercise maximum caution when moving around the city, especially in low-lying or flood-prone areas, to […]
Read more“Italian Days in Da Nang 2025” and “Italian Expo”: Italy takes the spotlight in Central Vietnam (APEC Park, 6–8 November 2025)
The promotional event, dedicated to showcasing Italian technology, products, and know-how, was organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (ICHAM) in collaboration with Prometeo Group, under the patronage of the Embassy of Italy in Vietnam and the Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, with the support of the People’s Committee […]
Read more4 November – National Unity and Armed Forces Day
Today, Italy celebrates National Unity and Armed Forces Day, commemorating 4 November 1918, the date on which the Armistice of Villa Giusti came into effect, marking the end of the First World War and the completion of Italy’s national unification process. On this day, we honour the memory of all the Fallen, whose sacrifice helped […]
Read moreTyphoon Kalmaegi
The central and south-central regions of Vietnam, particularly the coastal provinces from Quang Tri to Khanh Hoa (including the city of Da Nang), will soon be affected by Typhoon “Kalmaegi,” bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and possible flooding, inundations, and landslides. The impact of the typhoon could be especially severe in those areas (such as […]
Read moreBrainstorming on Italian–Vietnamese Collaboration in Science, Space, and Innovation
In view of the upcoming Space Day, the Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, Alessandra Tognonato, met with a group of Italian professors and researchers to exchange ideas and explore future opportunities for scientific and academic collaboration between Italy and Vietnam. The discussion focused on key areas such as space exploration, geology, […]
Read moreJob Announcement – Italian Trade Agency (ICE-ITA) – Ho Chi Minh City
The Italian Trade Agency – ICE-ITA, Ho Chi Minh City Office, is recruiting for a full-time Secretary position. 📅 Application deadline: November 28, 2025 Full details of the announcement are available at the following link: 👉 https://www.ice.it/en/markets/Vietnam/Ho-Chi-Minh-City/JobAnnouncements
Read moreConsul General interviewed by La Vallée
The Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, Alessandra Tognonato, recently gave an interview to the Valdostan newspaper La Vallée, in which she shared her professional background and the strategic vision of the Consulate General in Vietnam. A career diplomat with experience in complex and significant postings such as Buenos Aires, Cairo, and […]
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