Don Felipe and Doña Letizia made a state visit to Italy with Foreign Affairs Minister, European Union and Cooperation Minister José Manuel Alvares and Trade Secretary Maria Amparo López. The state visit to Italy was in response to the invitation of the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella. The visit allows for the continuation of friendly relations between the two countries as well as strengthening, strengthening and strengthening of bilateral relations. The monarchs have not visited Italy officially since 2014 and Don Felipe in 2001, when he was Prince of Asturias. Also, they have done several work tours.
Farewell with respect
The state visit to Italy was in response to the invitation of the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella. This visit allowed the continuation of friendly relations between the two countries. At noon on Tuesday, 10 His Highnesses were farewelled with honors from the State Pavilion at Terminal T-4 of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
© HM King’s HouseArrival in Rome
Upon arrival at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport, Don Felipe and Dona Letizia were greeted with a cord of honor by the Italian authorities, the Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Maria Tripodi, and the Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. , Riccardo Guariglia and the ambassadors of the two countries. The Queen dazzled in a white suit with wide trousers, which she covered with a dressing gown-type coat, a flattering format that also impressed Maxima of the Netherlands.
© HM King’s HouseAll focus on Queen Letizia
Queen Letizia has rekindled her love affair with eighties silhouettes and special fabrics, all without the comfort needed to tackle so many commitments in just a few hours.
© Getty ImagesGreat friendship and business relations between the two countries.
During the opening of the business forum, Philip VI said something in which he highlighted that the forum is “an example of excellent business dynamics between Spain and Italy, two great strategic partners, not only at the European level, but at the international level”.
© SMEL Ray HouseAn intense agenda
The Queen holds a meeting with Laura Mattarella, daughter of the President of the Italian Republic, at the Quirinal Palace (Rome).
© HM King’s HouseA very special toast
“We are Mediterranean; We are Latin and we are Lingua Franca; We are the classical world and the Renaissance; We are humanists; We are vibrant urban life, municipalities, commerce, freedom. And we are knowledge, science, academia; Desire to travel and learn, curiosity to discover; moral commitment to a just and better world”; these were the words of the King at a gala dinner hosted by the President of the Italian Republic
© SMEL Ray HouseItalian symbol
The king visited the Rome City Hall palace this Wednesday, where he received a replica of the city’s emblem, the ‘Capitoline Wolf’, and acknowledged “his passion” for the state visit to Italy as he signed his book of honour.
© SMEL Ray HouseImpeccable in each of their assignments.
The Italian press highlighted the elegance of Queen Letizia’s every appearance. Attending the evening party given by the President of the Republic of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, in honor of the Kings of Spain, Ms. Letizia wanted to pay homage to Italy with her choice of clothing, as she debuted a stunning outfit. Italian brand Max Mara
© SMEL Ray HouseIn the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate of the Italian Republic
The monarchs went to Montesitorio Palace, where a joint session of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate of the Italian Republic was held. Upon their arrival they were welcomed with a cordon of honor by the President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Italian Republic, Lorenzo Fontana.
© SMEL Ray HouseGala dinner
At the Quirinal Palace the monarchs enjoyed a sumptuous dinner given by the President of the Italian Republic in honor of their majesties the monarchs, which was also attended by the president’s daughter, Laura Mattarella.
© SMEL Ray HouseEminence of Queen Letizia
The Queen, representing Spaniards working at FAO, held a meeting with both officials and consultants at the residence of the Spanish Embassy in Rome, which took place in the context of her special relationship with the organization.
© Getty ImagesDona Letizia was appointed Special Envoy for Nutrition by FAO in 2015.
© HM King’s HouseArrival in Naples and end of trip
The monarchs flew to Naples, where they were greeted with a cord of honor upon arrival at the airport. Afterwards, they moved to Villa Roseberi, one of the three residences of Italy’s presidents, along with the Quirinal Palace and Castelporgiano, where a luncheon hosted by President Mattarella and his daughter Laura was held.
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© HM King’s HouseSan Carlos Theater in Naples
In the afternoon, Their Majesties proceeded to the San Carlo Theater in Naples where a solemn ceremony was held in which Don Felipe received the title of Doctor Honoris Casa in Social Sciences and Statistics conferred by the University of Naples Federico II.
© © SMEL Ray’s HouseThis event of deep academic and symbolic significance was created following the official protocol of the Italian state and brought together outstanding figures from the academic, political and social spheres. The event is part of the university’s 800th anniversary.
King Philip VI was the first Doctor Honoris Causa
The conferment of this honorary title on His Majesty the King not only celebrates his personality as a Head of State, but also as a symbol of cooperation and commitment to the universal values of knowledge, justice and dialogue between cultures. Don Felipe is the first Doctor Honoris Causa title.
© HM King’s House“Parchment” delivery
The Rector formally conferred an Honorary Doctorate in Social Sciences and Statistics on His Highness the King, for his commitment to the values of knowledge and understanding among nations. The event concludes with the awarding of the “Parchment”, an official and solemn document that certifies the title and academic seal.
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© HM King’s HouseThe honorary doctorate awarded to Don Felipe is the first the university has bestowed on a head of state, and only the fifth in its already 800-year history.
