On 17th and 18th May, the Italian Embassy opened its doors for “Cultural Connections”, the 2025 edition of Open House
The Embassy of Italy celebrated “Cultural Connections“, the 2025 edition of Open House, together with eight other embassies and cultural centers in Yangon, where a special programme of live performances, art exhibits, food tastings, and many other exciting activities was available for the visitors. On May 17th and 18th, the Italian Embassy in Yangon organised […]
Read moreStudy in Italy. Grants for foreign and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers grants in favour of foreign citizens living abroad and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the 2025-2026 academic year, in order to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific and technological fields, to promote the Italian language and culture and to support Italy’s economic system […]
Read moreStatement by the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, on the devastating earthquake that hit Myanmar
“We are deeply moved by the shocking images coming from the Southeast Asian countries devastated by the earthquake. We express our condolences for the countless victims and our solidarity with those who in these hours are fighting for their lives. The Italian Republic hopes that the flow of emergency aid can be facilitated by every […]
Read moreGRANTS FOR THE TRANSLATION OF ITALIAN BOOKS, FILMS AND TV-SERIES (DEADLINE: 7TH APRIL 2025)
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation offers grants for translations of literary works and for the production, dubbing and subtitling in foreign languages of short films, films and TV-series. Applications can be submitted by publishers, translators, producing/distribution/dubbing/subtitling firms, cultural entities and literary agents and agencies. Applications for grants may be submitted for […]
Read moreCulture, Heritage, and Art Fair by Italy
On Sunday 23rd February 2025 the Embassy of Italy in Yangon hosted the first “Culture, Heritage and Art Fair”, a major showcase for the cultural promotion of Italy in Myanmar and a platform for exchange with local artists and cultural industries. Over the course of a full day, the event allowed different facets of Italy’s […]
Read moreIncrease in consular fee for iure sanguinis citizenship applications
Starting from 1st January 2025, the consular fee required to submit iure sanguinis citizenship applications at diplomatic and consular Representations by adult applicants will be increased from 300 to 600 euros, according to Art. 1, p. 639 of 2025 Budget Law.
Read moreYangon: The Italian Embassy Inaugurates the First Retrospective of Photographer Felice Beato in Myanmar
The exhibition “Rethink Beato: from Italy to Burma (1832-1909)”, organised by the Embassy of Italy in collaboration with the Myanmar Photo Archive, was inaugurated in Yangon on Saturday 30 November. Through his works, the exhibition retraces the footsteps of Felice Beato, the Italian-born photographer who immortalised the spirit of Myanmar during his stay in Mandalay […]
Read moreThe Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Embassies join the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
This year, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is once again participating in the international mobilisation campaign to mark the Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, emphasised, “Italy must lead in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment, […]
Read moreRethink Beato: from Italy to Burma (1832-1909) – On the Trail of the Mysterious Photographer who Documented 19th-century Asia
The Embassy of Italy in Yangon, in partnership with Myanmar Photo Archive, is pleased to present “Rethink Beato: from Italy to Burma (1832-1909)”, an exhibition exploring the intriguing life and legacy of Felice Beato, the Italian-born photographer who captured the spirit of Myanmar while living in Mandalay from 1887 to 1905. Visitors will step back […]
Read moreThe Embassy presents the Italian Food Court 2024 on the occasion of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World
The Embassy of Italy in Yangon will host the Italian Food Court 2024, taking place on Saturday, 23 November, at the Embassy’s premises. This event is a highlight of the annual Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World, celebrated around the world, and offers a unique opportunity to savour authentic Italian food and drinks. […]
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