The Boat People Saga
The umpteenth chapter in the Boat People saga offers little hope for a fresh approach to the African migrant crisis.
The Almost Forgotten History Of Italian Emigration To Tunisia
A long history of emigration from Italy to Tunisia, in search of work, land, or political refuge, left a large Italian community in Africa.
What Will It Take For Italy To Master Diplomacy?
Italy is still a little fish in a big pond. It's time to forge a new diplomatic identity.
Humpty Dumpty No More
Italy’s recent silence in the wider Mediterranean has been deafening. Its strategic role in the region now requires a radical rethink.
Italy, Libya And Oil: What Is At Stake?
What consequences will the Libyan conflict have on the Italian energy interests? Our interview with Michele Marsiglia, President of FederPetroli Italia
Italy And The Denial Of Its Colonial Past
While other European countries take steps towards reconciliation and reparations to its former colonies, where does Italy stand?
The Better Part Of Italian Indifference
The Italian art of indifference has at its base a certain wisdom, a polite chissenefrega.
Why Hasn’t Terrorism Reached Italy?
The rising number of terror attacks in Europe during the pandemic calls for renewed interest in the topic, and Italy might have something to teach in this regard.
An Italian Colony In America: A Forgotten Attempt
When talking about colonialism, people usually recall Spanish, French, Portugues, and English overseas behemoths. But even the ancient Grand Duchy of Tuscany had a shot at establishing a colony in South America.