(23 March 2016) The ceremony in Ulan Bator began in the historic square of Genghis Khan with the guards of honor, and later continued in the State Palace, where Ambassador Ettore Sequi presented to President Elbegdorj Tsakhiagiin his letter of credence as ambassador of the Italian Republic to Mongolia. Following this solemn moment – reads a note – Ambassador Sequi entertained a very cordial meeting with President Elbergdorj, to whom he conveyed the greetings of the President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella. Ambassador Sequi and Mongolian President then discussed the Italian Government’s decision to establish a diplomatic mission in the country, confirming a mutual interest in further developing relations between Italy and Mongolia, in all sectors. “During our friendly talks, – said Sequi after the ceremony – I underlined the intention of the Italian government and the pledge of the Foreign Ministry to open soon the new Embassy. I also highlighted the personal commitment of Minister Gentiloni, whose vision seized the opportunities offered by a growing economy like Mongolia, in areas such as infrastructure, green technologies, food safety, textiles and tanning, the extractive sector and in general machinery supply. The Mongolian President had words of great appreciation for the Italian decision and expressed sincere gratitude for the personal involvement of Minister Gentiloni, who understood the great benefits that come with stable economic and trade relations between Italy and Mongolia. President Elbergdorj was keen to stress the extraordinary reputation which Italy enjoys in Mongolia and among the Mongolian population, and called for an increase in tourism flows in both directions as well as the strengthening of economic and cultural relations”. (Red)
