Abu Dhabi – Italy has been elected at the conclusion of the latest General Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) held on Saturday and Sunday in Abu Dhabi, as the chair country for next year. The news was announced by the Foreign Affairs Ministry in a statement earlier today. “This is a significant recognition for Italy, for its commitment in the field of renewable energy, and I’m very satisfied with the result of the vote,” commented Foreign Affairs Minister Gentiloni. “This election – continued Gentiloni – is a reward for our consistent action, at home with the promotion of clean energy and the many opportunities offered by the ‘green economy’, and in its cooperation with third countries, creating synergies that are crucial for the sustainability of the global economy.” IRENA, based in the UAE, has 145 member countries and numerous international organizations, addressed during the latest general assembly topical issues surrounding the question of renewable energy development and international cooperation in this field. Italy participated in the meeting with a delegation led by the Secretary General of the Foreign Ministry, Michele Valensise. (9Colonne)
