Paper Identity Cards No Longer Valid for International Travel from 3 August 2026
Please be advised that, with effect from 3 August 2026, paper identity cards (Carta d’Identità Cartacea) will no longer be valid for international travel, irrespective of the expiry date shown on the reverse of the document. Pursuant to Legislative Decree No. 108 of 26 June 2026, the following provisions apply: A valid paper identity card […]
Read moreItalian Sport Day 2026 – Call for Sponsorships
The Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau announces the intention to sign in-kind sponsorship contracts for the supply of goods and services in the framework of the organization of the Italian Sport Day 2026. To this end, the Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau commits to offer to interested […]
Read moreHong Kong Football Festival 2026 to Welcome FC Internazionale Milano and Juventus from Italy
The Consulate General in Italy in Hong Kong welcomes the announcement that FC Internazionale Milano and Juventus will participate in the Hong Kong Football Festival 2026. The festival will bring four leading European football clubs to Hong Kong this summer, featuring two matches at Kai Tak Stadium: 1 August 2026 – Manchester City vs FC […]
Read moreSCHOLARSHIPS – ACCADEMIA TEATRO ALLA SCALA a.a. 2026/2027
Applications are now open for the Global Master in Performing Arts Management, a 20-month, English-taught programme designed for aspiring professionals seeking a career in performing arts and opera management. The programme is offered by the Accademia Teatro alla Scala in partnership with POLIMI Graduate School of Management and in collaboration with the Piccolo Teatro di […]
Read moreHONG KONG: OPERA TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN THE CELEBRATION OF THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ITALIAN REPUBLIC
An opera concert organized in collaboration with the Academy of the Teatro Comunale di Bologna marked the celebration of Italy’s Republic Day in Hong Kong, featuring four Academy singers—Cecilia Taliano Grasso (soprano), Gaia Cerri (soprano), Simone Fenotti (tenor), and Guo Xiaotong (baritone, a Chinese student based in Italy)—accompanied by pianist Amedeo Salvato. The programme, dedicated […]
Read moreItalian National Day 2026: video-message of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Antonio Tajani
Oggi, 2 giugno, celebriamo l’80° anniversario della nascita della Repubblica Italiana, a seguito del Referendum svoltosi il 2 giugno 1946. Il Vice Presidente del Consiglio e Ministro degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, On. Antonio Tajani, ha rivolto ai connazionali nel mondo un videomessaggio di auguri. “Cari Italiani, ovunque voi siate nel mondo, buona […]
Read moreIniziativa CNEL: “Giovani Expat: diamo voce ai protagonisti del cambiamento”
“Giovani Expat: diamo voce ai protagonisti del cambiamento” è una nuova iniziativa lanciata dal Consiglio Nazionale dell’Economia e del Lavoro (CNEL) per raccogliere testimonianze dei giovani italiani – dai 18 ai 35 anni – che studiano o lavorano all’estero. L’obiettivo è comprendere le diverse esperienze, raccogliere opinioni e commenti e formulare direttive per accrescere l’attrattività […]
Read moreBan on Alternative Smoking Products
The Hong Kong authorities enforce particularly stringent regulations concerning electronic cigarettes, heated tobacco products, herbal cigarettes and, more generally, all “Alternative Smoking Products” (ASPs), including those intended for personal use. The importation of such products in any form is prohibited, including devices, refills, liquids and components, even when carried in personal luggage. The sole exception […]
Read moreHong Kong: amendments to the National Security Law implementation rules
Please note that the Hong Kong authorities have recently introduced amendments to the National Security Law implementation rules. Further information is available at the following link: Implementation Rules for Article 43 of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. For additional information regarding […]
Read moreCall for Applications – “Invest Your Talent in Italy” scholarship program for 2026/2027 Academic Year
The call for applications for the “Invest Your Talent in Italy” scholarship program for the 2026/2027 Academic Year is now online. The program aims to promote the internationalization of the Italian academic system and foster synergies between universities and businesses. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), and […]
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