Minister of Foreign Affairs (Italy) Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

Incumbent Antonio Tajani since 22 October 2022
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Member of	Council of Ministers High Council of Defence
Seat	Palazzo della Farnesina
Appointer	The President of Italy
Term length	No fixed term
Formation	March 23, 1861; 164 years ago (1861-03-23)
First holder	Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour

The Minister of Foreign Affairs is a very important job in Italy. This person is in charge of how Italy talks and works with other countries around the world. They lead the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is like Italy's international relations department.

This role is one of the oldest in the Italian government. It started way back when Italy was still the Kingdom of Sardinia. Because of this long history, the Minister of Foreign Affairs often has a special, respected place in the Italian government.

The person who holds this job right now is Antonio Tajani. He is a member of the Forza Italia political party. He started his role in the government of Giorgia Meloni on October 22, 2022.

What the Minister of Foreign Affairs Does
- Key Responsibilities
History of the Role
- From Kingdom to Republic
  - Notable Ministers
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What the Minister of Foreign Affairs Does

The Minister of Foreign Affairs acts as Italy's main representative to other nations. They help shape Italy's foreign policy. This means they decide how Italy will interact with countries around the globe.

Key Responsibilities

The minister has many important duties. They work to keep peace and good relationships with other countries. They also protect the interests of Italy and its citizens abroad.

Diplomacy and International Relations

The minister leads diplomacy for Italy. They negotiate treaties and agreements with other countries. They also represent Italy in international organizations. These include groups like the United Nations.

Protecting Italians Abroad

Another key role is looking after Italian citizens. This includes people living or traveling in other countries. The ministry helps them with things like passports and emergencies.

Promoting Italian Culture

The minister also helps share Italian culture. They promote Italian language, art, and traditions worldwide. This helps build stronger connections with other nations.

History of the Role

The position of Minister of Foreign Affairs has a long and interesting history. It has changed as Italy itself has changed over time.

From Kingdom to Republic

The role began in 1861 when the Kingdom of Italy was formed. The first minister was Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour. He was also the Prime Minister at the time. After World War II, Italy became a republic in 1946. The role continued to be very important.

Notable Ministers

Many different people have held this important position. Some have been prime ministers too, showing how central this role is. They have all worked to guide Italy's place in the world.