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Foreign-minister Tajani launches ‘Community of Italophonia’ to strengthen ties with 70-plus countries
Italy will host the first ‘Conference of Italophonia’ on 18 November, creating a permanent forum of countries that share the Italian language. Beyond cultural aims, the charter envisages mutual recognition of qualifications and simplified mobility schemes for students, researchers and business professionals, potentially opening new fast-track immigration channels.
Sunday Rail Strike to Disrupt Lombardy Commuter & Airport Trains
An eight-hour Trenord strike on 16 November will hit all Lombardy rail services—including the Malpensa Express airport link—between 10.00 and 17.59, with only a handful of guaranteed trains. Replacement buses will run, but travellers should expect delays and consider alternative routes.
Italy Tightens Dengue Checks at Ports and Airports
A forthcoming health-ministry circular will require more rigorous mosquito-control and possible rapid dengue testing at Italian ports and airports, potentially lengthening aircraft turnaround times and arrival procedures.
Canada Issues Updated 2025 Travel Advisory for Italy
A new Travel & Tour World advisory for 2025 summarises Italy’s evolving entry rules—including EES and future ETIAS—and offers safety and health tips for Canadian visitors.
ETIAS Fee Hike and 2026 Roll-out: What It Means for Italy-Bound Travellers
ETIAS will debut in late 2026 with a €20 application fee. The hike—confirmed in a Travel & Tour World report—means higher administrative costs for companies sending visa-exempt staff to Italy and underscores the need to prepare for the new pre-travel authorisation.