Italian Ambassador lectures Faculty of Social Sciences on European Union Immigrat ****************************************************************************************** * Italian Ambassador to Czech Republic lectures Faculty of Social Sciences on European Uni ****************************************************************************************** A bright Wednesday afternoon in Jinonice campus of CU welcomed the Head of Diplomatic Affa Czech Republic and Italy, His Excellency Pasquale D’Avino for a topical lecture on Europea Loudly greeting the people with a warm “Buon giorno, Dobrý den!”, Mr. D’Avino entered a ro interested social science academics and guests. The flamboyant character addressed all pre and diverged into serious subject matters in relation to immigration flows to Europe throu Mediterranean. Clearly enthusiastic about the Czech Republic, he showed his appreciation and honour to be such a prestigious university. Mr. D’Avino gave a brief introduction of his experience, th admiration, saying that he was “happy to be with young people, who will run this country o flattering reception from an infectious character. Wearing his tireless smile and royal blue suit, Mr. D’Avino emphasised that Italy was unfo nation “victimised by stereotypes”, and explained these cultural trends, both positive and Aside from the stereotypical labels attached to Italy, such as “Al Capone” and the country of “wonderful food”, Mr. D’Avino sobered his jovial tone and elaborated on the great role has played in the World's development. Italian contributions to science in particular were with examples such as the radio waves and nuclear reactors just a few of their attainments to the Ambassador “Italy is not just a vibrant cultural country but also a member of the G largest industrial country in Europe with over six million active companies and a leading tech industry. The subject matter quickly shifted to the positives of the Czech Republic, coming economic power, ending his sentence with praise, saying “you are lucky to be a part country” in the most complimentary way possible. Emphasising the marvellous stability and growth of the Czech Republic since its democratic freedom and liberty in these lands accorded to its citizens, in comparison to many of the is of a great standard. Using an unspecified example, Mr. D’Avino said “just a few hundred there are Slavonic people with few journalistic or opposition rights”, stressing on the ex political stability in the twenty first century. Mr. D’Avino then linked this into a more pan-European perspective. With great delight, he in comparison Europe is “far more civilized” when compared with other continents, being th without the death penalty. As well as this, we have a “very special and very civilized Eur which valuably connects the nations. Originally created to end disunity, the Italian ambas the achievements of the European Union, as not just a means of European integration, but a human rights and respect for minorities” as a supranational entity.Referring to the multic pot of the European Union, Mr. D’Avino highlighted the integral inclusion of not only the into the union, but also now the Balkan family in this decade, as a modern vision of coope As a result of this we now have “two big frontiers, Eastern and Southern Mediterranean” as immigration and multiculturalism. He made it clear that these “different cultures deserve they have problems”, as many of these people take unreliable means of transport to get to Europe. “We must care for these people”, he stressed. As a question of values, the Italian representative passionately alerted the people that “ crusades, stopped world wars, now we must care for the people” in reference to European Un aid and safety vessels to combat this growing risk to human life due to unsafe migration. Stopping abruptly, Mr. D’Avino spoke of the problems with this process, but also highlight importance of retaining European values. The spread of illiberal governance and unstable l aspects which Europe must not be influenced by. Such examples given were the results of th to the unstable political environment, which have resulted in “the Arab world, turned upsi led to a completely new stream of debate, with his fear towards radical Islam and his expe it. Speaking of a personal anecdote, Mr. D’Avino told the crowd of his experiences of livi in the Sharia run, Saudi Arabia, concluding with the statement “extremist Islam is wrong”. Union needs to retain its democracy and human rights, was the message offered. Speaking of the historic roots of Europe, D’Avino said that both “Palermo and Granada were praising the cities development with diverse origins. And now, this diversity has taken a allowed Italian people to further themselves educationally, with filling menial jobs far l His point was finalised after a short break to clear his throat, “immigration is good, it indicating that if immigration is absorbed and integrated into society, the settlements of frontier will flourish. With further emphasis on the relationship between Italy and the Czech Republic, the diplom of these nations, Mr. D’Avino concluded his speech saying, “I was impressed to see the sto relations – communism is over, we (Italy) could export wine to them (Czech Republic), but drinkers! And it is the best, you’ll find Gambrinus in Rome!” followed by an outcry of lau humour and charisma of the diplomat. This summed up the fantastic relationship between the two countries, with such mutual cult and flourishing tourism in both directions. It was clear from Mr. D’Avino’s expression tha admirer of the Czech Republic and its culture. A laid back yet informative speech given to and cheerful students, the focus was on the connection between the countries and the chall must combat together. Sam Pepper is interested in meeting and discussing culture between people from other natio period in Prague. He also offers simple English lessons to other European students to gain By initially learning meeting people of other European cultures at his home University at comparing similarities and differences in European politics, popular culture and ways of l to write about subjects such as disparity in East Asia, European Union immigration and a E has shown him the value of being a European student in the Czech Republic.