Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced today that Italy will host a conference in 2025 dedicated to the reconstruction of Ukraine, emphasizing Italy’s strong and unwavering support for Ukraine since the beginning of the Ukrainian conflict.
This initiative is a priority for Italy’s G7 presidency, reflecting the country’s commitment to assisting Ukraine amidst its ongoing crisis.
In an article for the latest issue of the Italian magazine “Formiche,” marking two years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Tajani highlighted the crisis as a pivotal moment in European history.
Italy has already played a significant role in the reconstruction efforts, particularly in Odessa, by protecting the rich historical and cultural heritage of the city.
Efforts include promoting the inclusion of Odessa’s historic center on the UNESCO World Heritage List and the List of World Heritage in Danger, as well as contributing financially to the preservation of the city’s cathedral.
Beyond European-level aid, Italy has provided Ukraine with over 2 billion euros in assistance, including 820 million euros for refugees, 310 million euros for budget support, and more than 93 million euros in humanitarian aid, as reported by the Italian website “Decode 39.”
Tajani reaffirmed Italy’s leadership in the efforts to rebuild Ukraine, fully supporting Ukraine’s path toward European integration and actively contributing to granting Kyiv EU candidate status.
Italy has been at the forefront of advocating for the approval of a multi-year European financial instrument worth 50 billion euros to meet Ukraine’s urgent financial and administrative needs and to facilitate the country’s recovery.
From a security perspective, Italy’s G7 presidency will coordinate with partners to ensure cohesion and adherence to bilateral security commitments.
Rome’s humanitarian response, which includes the donation of goods, aims to support the work of international organizations and Italian civil society organizations at the forefront of addressing the most urgent needs in Ukraine and neighboring countries.
Tajani also noted the global implications of the war, particularly concerning food security.
Italy renewed its support for Ukraine’s “Grain from Ukraine” initiative in 2023, continuing to emphasize the importance of initiatives that facilitate the transport of agricultural products from the Black Sea to international markets, especially those most affected.
