Mike Pompeo Receives the First Edition of the John Marchi Award in New York

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At the Italian Cultural Institute in New York, the first edition of the John Marchi Award brought together institutional leaders, members of the Italian-American community, and international guests to honor a legacy of public service rooted in transatlantic values.

Promoted by the Magna Grecia Foundation under the leadership of its President Nino Foti, the award is dedicated to the memory of Senator John Marchi, a towering figure in American politics whose decades-long career embodied a strong sense of state, pragmatic governance, and a lifelong commitment to public institutions. Marchi also stood as a symbol of Italian-American excellence, strengthening cultural and economic ties between Italy and the United States.

This inaugural edition recognized former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo for his strategic role in transatlantic relations. His tenure was marked by a focus on international security, cooperation among allies, and the defense of shared civic values.

The event, hosted by Claudio Pagliara, director of the Institute, underscored the enduring importance of the U.S.–Italy partnership and the role of leadership grounded in both heritage and responsibility in shaping global affairs. Among the attendees were Italy’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Giorgio Marrapodi, and the Consul General of Italy in New York, Giuseppe Pastorelli, highlighting the institutional weight of the ceremony.
The evening concluded with a private dinner at the Columbus Citizens Foundation, bringing together guests for further exchanges in a more intimate setting.

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