In the presence of Première dame Brigitte Macron and the Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso, during a ceremony in the Sicilian Theatre of the Italian Embassy in France, the President of the National Library of France Gilles Pécout yesterday received from Ambassador Emanuela D'Alessandro the honour of Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (OMRI), conferred by the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella.
An outstanding historian, lecturer and diplomat, Gilles Pécout was recognised for his extraordinary contribution to historical research and his leading role in consolidating ties between Italy and France.
In front of numerous personalities from the world of institutions, politics and culture of both countries, Ambassador D'Alessandro emphasised the value of his work in highlighting the deep connections between Italy and France. She also recalled her essential contribution, as a 'sage', to the common reflection on the principles and objectives of the Quirinal Treaty.
Prof. Pécout expressed his profound gratitude and appreciation to Italy, emphasising its constant attention and interest in our country. He reiterated the value of cultural and academic cooperation, recalling the key role of the Leonardo celebrations, in particular the visit of Presidents Mattarella and Macron to Chambord in 2019. He also recalled the launch of the Italian-French Academic Season for Arts and Culture (SAFIAC), an initiative that has strengthened the link between education, research and the enhancement of shared cultural heritage.
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