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Arab News
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Italian Navy ship arrives in Pakistan's Karachi to strengthen maritime cooperation
ISLAMABAD: The Italian Navy ship Antonio Marceglia arrived in the southern port city of Karachi on Tuesday to strengthen maritime cooperation with Pakistan and partake in warfare-related exercises, Pakistan Navy's military media wing said. The Italian ship arrived at the Karachi Port for a three-day goodwill visit during which the commanding officer and crew of the Antonio Marceglia were accorded a warm welcome by Pakistan Navy officials, the Italian ambassador to Pakistan and other officials of the Italian consulate in Karachi. The Director-General of Public Relations (DGPR) of the Pakistan Navy said in a statement that the Italian ship's crew will participate in a range of professional engagements during its port call. These include cross-ship visits, discussions on maritime security and joint training sessions. 'These engagements are designed to foster deeper mutual understanding, enhance bilateral naval cooperation and advance operational interoperability between the two navies,' the Pakistan Navy said. It said the visit would culminate in the Sea Phase, which would feature various warfare-related exercises designed to enhance tactical coordination and maritime security operations of both navies. 'The visit of Italian Navy Ship ITS ANTONIO MARCEGLIA reinforces growing maritime partnership between both countries,' the statement said. 'It also reflects shared resolve of both navies to work together for regional stability.' Pakistan regularly collaborates with its counterparts from various parts of the world to ensure illicit activities such as smuggling, drug trafficking and piracy are kept in check.
CBS News
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
San Francisco's North Beach comes alive with celebrations during Festa Italiana
From flying pizza dough to traditional Italian folk dances, North Beach was alive with celebration this weekend as the annual Festa Italiana returned to the heart of the city's historic Italian district. Among the vendors lining the streets was Kim Scarlata, proudly representing her family's award-winning olive oil business. For Scarlata, the festival is about more than just food — it's about honoring heritage. "It's very important to us," Scarlata said. "My husband is Italian and Sicilian, and he always wants to come to every festival that celebrates his family background." Scarlata's local, award-winning olive oil, inspired by generations of care, was one of many cultural expressions featured at the street fair. The event draws thousands of visitors each year, offering a rich array of Italian cuisine, music, art, and language. "You can see here today, there are people from every culture — not just Italians," she said. "But everyone knows, everyone loves Italian food, right?" Hosted by the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club, the Festa Italiana is rooted in a mission to preserve Italian heritage in the city, even as time and demographics evolve. "We make sure we take care of our older generation," said Jeff DelBono of the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club. "We work closely with the Italian Consulate of San Francisco. We do a lot of arts that keeps the heritage going and passing it on to younger generations." For many, the festival is a flavorful reminder of their roots and a celebration of the immigrant stories that helped shape San Francisco's identity. For Scarlata, it's also deeply personal. "Our oil is a tribute to my husband's family," she said. And the festival? A tribute to the Italian families — past and present — who continue to influence the cultural fabric of the Bay Area and beyond.
