# Italy-Dominican Republic cultural exchange initiative

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italy-dominican-republic-cultural-exchange-initiative
> Updated: 2026-09-14T16:36:36.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic has launched the inaugural photography contest, ‘Instantes de Italia: Italia a través de la mirada dominicana’ (Moments of Italy: Italy through the Dominican gaze). 

Ambassador Sergio Maffettone stated the initiative is intended to serve as a bridge to strengthen historical and cultural ties between the two nations while fostering local creative talent. The event, which included musical performances, was supported by various sponsors and highlighted the importance of bilateral identity and exchange.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-14: Italian Embassy launches photography contest in Dominican Republic

The Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic has launched a new photography contest to strengthen cultural ties and celebrate Italian essence through the perspective of Dominican photographers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-embassy-launches-photography-contest-in-dominican-republic-1

### 2026-09-12: Italian Embassy launches photography contest in Dominican Republic

The Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic has launched a new photography contest to celebrate Italian culture through the perspective of Dominican photographers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-embassy-launches-photography-contest-in-dominican-republic

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Cite as: Italy-Dominican Republic cultural exchange initiative. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italy-dominican-republic-cultural-exchange-initiative