“Light from Italy. From Fattori to Morandi” wins the annual award from the Latvian Museum Association
We are proud to announce that the exhibition “Light from Italy. From Fattori to Morandi”, held at the Latvian National Museum of Art from July to November 2025, has received the 2026 Annual Award from the Latvian Museum Association (Latvijas Muzeju Biedriba), which recognised in particular the project’s significant contribution to collection work. The award […]
Read moreItalian Republic Day 2026
On 2 June, the Italian Embassy in Riga celebrated Republic Day with a reception at the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design, which is currently hosting the exhibition “In the name of Clay, 50 years of Italian ceramic art”, organised in collaboration with the International Museum of Ceramics in Faenza (MIC). Around 300 guests attended […]
Read moreScholarships for the Domus Academy of Design
This Embassy wants to highlight an important initiative launched by the Domus Academy of Milan for scholarships. These scholarships cover three macro-areas: Design, Fashion and Business. The Domus Academy is an important design school that follows a training methodology based on multiple activities: lectures, cross-disciplinary workshops and projects, with the possibility of personalizing the study plan; […]
Read moreItalian Republic Day. Message from Minister Tajani on the occasion of the 80° anniversary of the Republic
Italy celebrates the 80th anniversary of the fondation of the Republic. On the 2nd of June 1946, when for the first time women were asked to vote, the Italian people choose the Republic and also voted the members of the Constitutional Assembly. On the occasion of the Italian Republic day, the Vice-Presidente of the Council […]
Read moreLatvia purchases three mid-size multipurpose helicopters from Leonardo
As reported by ANSA, the Latvian Border Guard has signed a contract with Leonardo S.p.A. for the purchase of three medium-class multi-role helicopters worth €80 million. The contract, part of the European Union’s SAFE programme, includes not only the aircraft but also their initial maintenance, the supply of maintenance equipment and staff training. Speaking on […]
Read moreExhibition “In the Name of Clay: 50 Years of Italian Ceramic Art”
From 30th May to 23rd August 2026, the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design in Riga (Skārņu street 10) will host the exhibition “In the Name of Clay: 50 Years of Italian Ceramic Art“, tracing the development of Italian contemporary ceramics from the post-war period to the present day. For the first time in Latvia, […]
Read moreExpiration of the paper identity card (CIC)
Please be advised that the identity card, issued on paper, regardless of the expiration date on the document, will cease to be valid as of August 3, 2026, pursuant to European Regulation No. 1157/2019, and may no longer be used to travel abroad. We strongly encourage you to plan for the “transition” to the Electronic […]
Read moreLUISS Business School – Scholarships for Master of Business Administration programme (MBA)
This Embassy highlights an important initiative launched by LUISS Business School aimed at talented students to enroll on the Master of Business Administration programme. The university has opened applications for 20 scholarships, a part of which is reserved for international students. The scholarships are aimed at students who demonstrate academic excellence and professional merit and […]
Read moreGRANTS FOR VISITS BY RESEARCHERS, LECTURERS, EXPERTS AND CULTURAL PROFESSIONALS
An opportunity for researchers, lecturers, experts, distinguished professionals, and cultural practitioners: grants to support visits. The Embassy of Italy is pleased to highlight a funding opportunity aimed at promoting study and research visits, with the objective of strengthening international cooperation and fostering joint research programmes. The Directorate-General for Cultural and Economic Promotion and Innovation (DGCE), […]
Read moreCall for Applications MSc International Economics and Business Administration (IEBA) – A.Y. 2026/2027
Applications are now open for the MSc in International Economics and Business Administration (IEBA) for the 2026/2027 academic year. The program is a prestigious opportunity involving the Universities of Verona, Bamberg, Bordeaux, and Porto. Two tracks are offered: Business-oriented and Economics-oriented, both featuring international mobility and a duration of 2 years. The deadline is set […]
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