Italy participates for the fifth time at Food and Hospitality Vietnam 2026
The Consul General Alessandra Tognonato has participated today at the Opening Ceremony of Food and Hospitality Vietnam 2026. One of the most important trade fairs in the food and hospitality industries across Vietnam and the wider ASEAN region, the exhibition hosts Italy for the fifth time, with its largest participation so far. The nineteen companies […]
Read moreStudying in Italy: between academic excellence and personal growth
On Sunday, March 22, Consul General Alessandra Tognonato met, together with Uni Italia and the University of Padua, with many Vietnamese students interested in study opportunities in Italy. With scholarships offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and high-quality academic pathways, studying in Italy proves to be a unique experience that combines quality, culture, and […]
Read moreCall for applications for the awarding of scholarships offered by the Italian Government to foreign students for the Academic Year 2026–2027
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships to foreign students and Italian citizens residing abroad (IRE) for the Academic Year 2026–2027. The scholarships are available for the following study, training, and/or research programs at Italian public or legally recognized private institutions: Master’s Degree programs (2nd cycle); Higher Education in Art, […]
Read moreDESIGN: ITALIAN DESIGN DAY IN HO CHI MINH CITY, ITALY A “LABORATORY OF URBAN REGENERATION.”
The role of design and architecture in the transformation processes of cities was the focus of Italian Design Day 2026, organized by the Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency. The initiative, promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in collaboration with the […]
Read moreProroga per la registrazione di figli minori di cittadini italiani “dalla nascita”
A seguito della pubblicazione della Legge n. 26 del 28 febbraio 2026, è stato convertito in legge il Decreto Legge n. 200 del 31 dicembre 2025. In sede di conversione è stato introdotto l’articolo 1, comma 19 ter, che prevede la proroga del termine per la registrazione dei figli di cittadini italiani per nascita che […]
Read moreInterview with the Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, Alessandra Tognonato, in The Saigon Times
Italy–HCMC: Economic Cooperation and a Shared Vision The Saigon Times, one of Vietnam’s leading economic and financial publications, has published an interview with Consul General Alessandra Tognonato highlighting the complementarity between Italy’s industrial fabric and the growth dynamics of southern Vietnam, with particular attention to innovation- and sustainability-driven investments, also supported by instruments such as […]
Read morePublic Notice – Call for proposals for sponsorship for the celebration of the Italian Republic Day
Call for proposals for sponsorship for the celebration of the Italian Republic Day Businesses and enterprises interested are invited to read the sponsorship announcement for the celebration of the 80th Day of the Italian Republic, that will be organized by this Consulate General the 3rd June 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City. Public notice Sponsorship […]
Read moreThe Italian language as an academic bridge between Italy and Vietnam
Today, the Consul General Alessandra Tognonato and the Italian Language Lecturer, Prof. Cinzia Grieco, were received by Prof. Dr. Ngo Thi Phuong Lan, Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (USSH) – VNUHCM. The meeting focused on strengthening academic cooperation between Italy and Vietnam, with a view to supporting the internationalization of Italian […]
Read moreSeminar: “Low-Altitude Economy in Vietnam: Challenges Beyond Technology, Toward an Integrated Ecosystem”
On 30 January 2026, the Italy–Vietnam bilateral seminar “Low-Altitude Economy in Vietnam: Challenges Beyond Technology, Toward an Integrated Ecosystem” was held at Ho Chi Minh City University of Natural Resources and Environment. The seminar focused on market access opportunities in Vietnam for Italian SMEs operating in services and infrastructure within the sector. The initiative, organized […]
Read moreStrengthening institutional dialogue and private sector engagement
Consul General Alessandra Tognonato met with Mr. Shehryar Ali Shah, Head of the IFC Office in Ho Chi Minh City, together with Mr. Hayoung Lee (IFC Cluster Lead), Dr. Cao Thang Binh (World Bank Senior Agricultural Specialist), Mr. Hans Dellien (IFC Agrifinance Lead, East Asia and Pacific) and Mr. Weichuan Xu (IFC Country Anchor). The […]
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