Obama hosting Italian president Feb. 15

Europe January 30, 2013

Obama hosting Italian president Feb. 15

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will host Italian President Giorgio Napolitano next month at the White House.

In an announcement Wednesday, the White House described the meeting scheduled for Feb. 15 as a "farewell call." Napolitano is preparing to end his term in office after seven years. The White House statement said Obama looks forward to reinforcing the "strong and enduring bonds" with Italy during the visit.

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- General news
People
- Barack Obama,
- Giorgio Napolitano
Locations
- Italy,
- Western Europe,
- Europe

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