Italian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Edmondo Cirielli, met yesterday at the Farnesina with Slovak Secretary of State for Foreign and European Affairs, Marek Estok, for discussions that reaffirmed the excellent state of bilateral relations.

"Our bilateral political dialogue continues with intensity and great satisfaction: the economic growth of Eastern Europe is an absolute priority for Italy and a significant opportunity for our businesses," commented Cirielli.

During the meeting, he and Estok explored prospects for further strengthening cooperation with Bratislava and reviewed key issues of mutual interest at the European and international levels, including energy, connectivity, migration, and support for Ukraine.