Madrid. The ninth edition of ‘Passione Italia’ in Madrid, organised by the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Spain (CCIS) in collaboration with the Italian Embassy ended on June 4th. The great demonstration for Made in Italy excellence in the field of food and wine, artisan and tourism, this year were satellite events of the Day of the Republic day celebrations. From June 2nd to 4th, the prestigious Conde Duque Cultural Centre in Madrid was the focal point of Italian excellence, with a broad programme of cultural, commercial, and promotional activities. The city of Catania is the protagonist of the event in Madrid to promote its tourist, food and wine, and cultural offerings. The mayor of the Sicilian municipality, Enzo Bianco, took part in the institutional celebrations of June 2nd, together with the mayor of Madrid, Manuela Carmena; the Ambassador of Italy to Spain, Stefano Sannino; and the chair of the CCIS, Marco Pizzi. The popular singer and television host, Raffaella Carrà who is loved in Spain, will also participate in the event. (9Colonne)