Italy & China
63 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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International
Italy: Italy is involved in the European Union's pilot stockpile project and is registered to attend the International Energy Agency's workshop on mineral stockpiling.
China: China currently dominates the production of critical minerals, and the G7's initiatives are specifically aimed at reducing this reliance, potentially impacting China's market position.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Italy: Four Italian divers are believed to have died in an underwater cave in the Maldives, prompting a search operation.
China: Donald Trump returned from a state visit to China, and his comments about Taiwan have raised anxieties.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Italy: Italy is at odds with Donald Trump over the war and faces potential reduction of US forces.
China: China is looking to exploit strategic openings created by the fraying US alliances and is attempting to promote itself as a more reliable global partner.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Italy: Italy is defending Pope Leo XVI against Donald Trump's criticism regarding his calls for peace in the Iran war, with Marco Rubio scheduled to visit Italy and the Vatican.
China: China's export-driven economy is significantly affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States hopes China will pressure Iran to reopen it. China has also criticized U.S. and Israel military actions.
May 05, 2026 · 18 articles
International
Italy: Italy is mentioned as a country whose automakers face competition from China's dominance in EV exports.
China: China is a key participant in the trade summit, aiming to stabilize economic relations with the United States while also pursuing its industrial strategy focused on green energy and advanced technologies. China's purchases of American products decreased by $50 billion last year.
May 11, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Italy: Italy is a key ally whose refusal to fully support US actions against Iran and its restrictions on US military base usage are causing friction in transatlantic relations and impacting its energy security.
China: Donald Trump's upcoming visit to China was discussed, indicating its relevance in broader international diplomatic context.
May 08, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Italy: Italy is being considered as a potential production location for InStyler.
China: China is a key participant in the trade war with the United States, experiencing reduced trade with the US but increasing exports to other markets, and is now seeking to repair economic damage through a summit.
May 13, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Italy: Italy summoned the Iranian ambassador in protest over the crackdown.
China: China criticized the new tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on countries doing business with Iran, as it is a major importer of Iranian oil.
Jan 13, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Italy: Italy was questioned by Marco Rubio for its lack of support in Washington's efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
China: China is implicated as some of its companies and individuals in China and China — Hong Kong were sanctioned by the United States for aiding Iran's military in securing weapons and raw materials for drones.
Apr 27, 2026 · 39 articles
International
Italy: Italy is involved in diplomatic efforts to ease tensions over the Iran war, with its leaders meeting with United States officials.
China: China, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 31 articles
International
Italy: Italy faces potential troop withdrawals from the United States due to its perceived lack of support in the Iran war, as stated by Donald Trump. Its Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has also clashed with Donald Trump.
China: China is mentioned as an adversarial nation with which Germany has partnered economically, a point of criticism for Donald Trump.
May 01, 2026 · 290 articles
International
Italy: Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Marco Rubio, who questioned Italy's lack of support for United States efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
China: Donald Trump is scheduled to visit China, adding pressure to resolve the conflict. China-based companies have also been sanctioned by the United States for aiding Iran's military.
May 09, 2026 · 47 articles
International
Italy: Four Italian divers are believed to have died in an underwater cave in the Maldives, prompting the Italian Foreign Ministry to coordinate recovery operations.
China: China hosted state visits from both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, deepening its relations with Russia and potentially reopening a key market for Boeing.
May 16, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Italy: Italy was the first European country Muhammad Abu Dakha reached by jet ski, landing on Lampedusa, and is a common destination for boat migrants from North Africa.
Sep 15, 2025 · 7 articles
Accidents
Italy: Italy, through its Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, expressed deep sadness and solidarity with India.
Apr 22, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Italy: Italy, through its Premier Giorgia Meloni and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, is actively working to facilitate a fair trade agreement between the European Union and the United States.
Jul 13, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Italy: Italy's growth outlook has been pared back due to the broader economic slowdown caused by tariffs.
Apr 22, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Italy: Italy is the home country of Pietro Parolin and Matteo Zuppi, both candidates for pope, and a significant nation in the Catholic Church's history.
Apr 21, 2025 · 6 articles
Accidents
Italy: Two citizens of Italy were among the six occupants of the Mercedes passenger van who died.
May 02, 2025 · 20 articles
International
Italy: Italy is one of the European nations that signed a letter asserting that only Denmark and Denmark — Greenland can decide the territory's future, in opposition to the United States' claims.
Jan 11, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Italy: Italy is actively working to repatriate its citizens stranded in the Middle East due to the conflict, arranging multiple flights from various locations.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
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