PM Narendra Modi used the number eight, significant in Indonesian culture for prosperity, to underscore his friendship with President Prabowo Subianto and close India-Indonesia ties during a diaspora address in Jakarta. He noted both India's Republic Day (2+6=8) and Prabowo's birthday (1+7=8) reduce to the number.
Italy's Ambassador to Cuba, Simona De Martino, celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, wishing prosperity to the Cuban people amidst difficulties and emphasizing strong bilateral friendship. She also highlighted the importance of dialogue and human rights, noting the historic first vote by Italian women in 1946.
The Anpi provincial committee of Rimini has condemned Mayor Mauro Giannini of Pennabilli for wearing a black shirt, a symbol associated with fascism, during an official Republic Day ceremony attended by the Prefect and other authorities. The Anpi stated that the act is incompatible with the values of the democratic Republic and the anti-fascist Constitution.
The Anpi provincial committee of Rimini has condemned Mayor Mauro Giannini of Pennabilli for wearing a black shirt, a symbol associated with fascism, during an official Republic Day ceremony attended by the Prefect and other authorities. The Anpi stated the act is incompatible with the celebration of Italy's democratic republic and its anti-fascist constitution.
The Anpi provincial committee of Rimini has condemned Mayor Mauro Giannini of Pennabilli for wearing a black shirt, a symbol associated with fascism, during an official Republic Day ceremony attended by the Prefect and other authorities. The Anpi stated the act is incompatible with the celebration of Italy's democratic republic and its anti-fascist constitution.
MEP Ilaria Salis proposed abolishing Italy's Republic Day military parade, citing militarism and war. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni strongly condemned the suggestion, calling it shameful and a disrespect to uniformed personnel, emphasizing the parade's role in celebrating national identity and state defense.
ACI President Geronimo La Russa highlighted Italian pride in motorsport on Republic Day, citing Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Marco Bezzecchi, Gabriele Minì, and Nicolò Bulega's success in F1, MotoGP, F2, and Superbike as proof of national excellence.
Italy's 80th Republic Day parade featured new thematic sectors including civil service and military chaplains, modern drones, and the final march of the canine mascot Briciola. The event, attended by state leaders and the public, was marked by tradition but also affected by a prior incident involving runaway horses.
Senator Liliana Segre stated that Republic Day, June 2nd, is linked to life, recalling her family's experiences under the monarchy and the significance of women's suffrage in changing Italian society.
Rome prepares for the June 2nd Republic Day parade, themed '80 Years of the Republic, Eighty Years Serving the Country'. The event will showcase advanced defense technologies, international military missions, and civil service volunteers, amidst ongoing international crises.
