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THE DIPLOMATIC ACTION OF THE HOLY SEE IN THE FACE OF NEW GLOBAL CHALLENGES
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17 January 2026
A Lectio magistralis by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin opened the conference ‘The diplomatic action of the Holy See in the face of new global challenges’, organised by the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy: Peace and justice, voices that continue to rise in different regions of the planet as pillars of order among actions. The denunciation of the use of force to resolve conflicts, the need for solutions that are educational, formative and research-based. Diplomacy as a way to build the common good and, for those who work in the Holy See, the commitment to share people's pain and heal it with evangelical hope. These are some of the points that Cardinal Pietro Parolin highlights in his Lectio magistralis focused on ‘Peace and justice in the diplomacy of the Holy See in the face of new challenges.’ The Secretary of State spoke at this morning's conference, 17 January, in the Ducal Hall of the Apostolic Palace, on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of the founding of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy.
Cardinal Parolin's key words were: "The prevailing multipolarism leads to armed peace or to the establishment of an attitude of mutual distrust between states. We need foresight and healthy realism to be peacemakers".
Secretary-General Michele Capasso emphasised the importance of the content of the letter that Pope Leone XIV sent to the participants and the words of hope that Cardinal Parolin addressed to the diplomats of the Holy See: I repeated to them a phrase that is dear to me and that has characterised our actions from the beginning: ‘Do much, say little’.
‘We find in Cardinal Parolin's Lectio,’ Secretary General Capasso told the press, "the expression according to the lesson of Pope Alexander VII "Do much, say little", when he hopes that “the Holy See's response will remain that of effective and discreet diplomacy, which sees in every level of activity and responsibility the possibility of seeking ways and means to ensure an international order based on justice, in which the principle and goal of coexistence is peace, operating according to the principles, customs and respect for the rules of diplomacy”.
This, Capasso concludes, ties in with the pastoral perspective referred to by Pope Leone XIV in his aforementioned letter: “The diplomatic service is not a profession, but a pastoral vocation: it is the evangelical art of encounter, which seeks paths of reconciliation where men raise walls and mistrust”.
This is the same path we have been following for forty years with the “United States of the World” and which we will continue to follow: “DO MUCH, SAY LITTLE”."
THE DIPLOMATIC ACTION OF THE HOLY SEE IN THE FACE OF NEW GLOBAL CHALLENGES
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17 January 2026
A Lectio magistralis by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin opened the conference ‘The diplomatic action of the Holy See in the face of new global challenges’, organised by the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy: Peace and justice, voices that continue to rise in different regions of the planet as pillars of order among actions. The denunciation of the use of force to resolve conflicts, the need for solutions that are educational, formative and research-based. Diplomacy as a way to build the common good and, for those who work in the Holy See, the commitment to share people's pain and heal it with evangelical hope. These are some of the points that Cardinal Pietro Parolin highlights in his Lectio magistralis focused on ‘Peace and justice in the diplomacy of the Holy See in the face of new challenges.’ The Secretary of State spoke at this morning's conference, 17 January, in the Ducal Hall of the Apostolic Palace, on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of the founding of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy.
Cardinal Parolin's key words were: "The prevailing multipolarism leads to armed peace or to the establishment of an attitude of mutual distrust between states. We need foresight and healthy realism to be peacemakers".
Secretary-General Michele Capasso emphasised the importance of the content of the letter that Pope Leone XIV sent to the participants and the words of hope that Cardinal Parolin addressed to the diplomats of the Holy See: I repeated to them a phrase that is dear to me and that has characterised our actions from the beginning: ‘Do much, say little’.
‘We find in Cardinal Parolin's Lectio,’ Secretary General Capasso told the press, "the expression according to the lesson of Pope Alexander VII "Do much, say little", when he hopes that “the Holy See's response will remain that of effective and discreet diplomacy, which sees in every level of activity and responsibility the possibility of seeking ways and means to ensure an international order based on justice, in which the principle and goal of coexistence is peace, operating according to the principles, customs and respect for the rules of diplomacy”.
This, Capasso concludes, ties in with the pastoral perspective referred to by Pope Leone XIV in his aforementioned letter: “The diplomatic service is not a profession, but a pastoral vocation: it is the evangelical art of encounter, which seeks paths of reconciliation where men raise walls and mistrust”.
This is the same path we have been following for forty years with the “United States of the World” and which we will continue to follow: “DO MUCH, SAY LITTLE”."
A CLAP OF HANDS FOR FRANCO CASAVOLA
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04 January 2026
All of us founders of the UNITED STATES OF THE WORLD and the FONDAZIONE MEDITERRANEO express our deepest condolences and applaud the passing of Francesco Paolo Casavola, president emeritus of the Constitutional Court and member of our institution.
Franco was a dear friend of mine, whom I met through Francesco De Martino, whose assistant he was from 1955 onwards.
Our lives intertwined on many occasions: from our participation in the Arbitration Commission in the former Yugoslavia in 1993-94 to the drafting of the “Constitution of the United States of the World” on 12 December 1997. on that day, despite the presence of over two thousand delegates from many countries, we continued to talk about articles, democracy and bioethics, attracting the curiosity and attention of the then Prince Felipe of Spain (now King Felipe VI).
Among my many memories are two beautiful dedications in two of his books: “F. De Martino storico” (1990) and Return to the origins. For the reconstruction of the foundations of democracy (2014).
Upon hearing the news, there was a desire, almost a need, to hear his voice: on the very day that Trump violated Venezuela's sovereignty and the world continues to trample on every form of international law every day.
We did so by listening again to an interview Franco gave two years ago to Filippo Patroni Griffi, a constitutional judge, in which he reiterates the weakening of the value and collegiality of the High Court and the need to protect citizens' rights “however and wherever” through a “new rich humanity”.
His words should serve as a warning in this difficult period of history in which we are experiencing a daily famine of humanity, values and rights.
11TH GLOBAL FORUM OF THE UNITED NATIONS ALLIANCE OF CIVILISATIONS (UNAOC)
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14 December 2025
A delegation of Ambassadors from the "United States of the World" and members of the "Fondazione Mediterraneo" participated in the 11th UNAOC Global Forum, whose general theme was:
"UNAOC: Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity - Promoting a New Era of Mutual Respect and Understanding in a Multipolar World".
"The 11th UNAOC Global Forum, said Michele Capasso, Secretary-General of the United States of the World, "took place at a critical moment in history, characterised by deepening divisions, widespread conflicts around the world and dwindling confidence in the effectiveness of global governance structures and the multilateral system. Thanks to High Representative Moratinos and his staff, it was possible to hold a significant and important event at this time".
The Forum brought together political leaders, international and regional organisations, religious leaders and representatives of various faiths, as well as representatives from the private sector, civil society, academia, youth, the arts, sports and the media, who renewed their shared commitment to dialogue, mutual respect and understanding.
UNAOC is entering its third decade, and the Forum was an appropriate occasion to commemorate UNAOC's 20th anniversary and chart its future course in the pursuit of lasting peace.
STUDENTS FROM THE STATE MIDDLE SCHOOL OF SANT'ANASTASIA VISIT THE MUSEUM OF PEACE
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01 December 2025
Accompanied by their teachers, students from the State Middle School of Sant'Anastasia (Naples) visited the Museum of Peace and the headquarters of the United States of the World.
Welcomed by Secretary-General Michele Capasso, the students expressed their appreciation for the emotional journey, declaring that they had "an extraordinary experience that will remain etched in their hearts for the rest of their lives".
PRESIDENT MATTARELLA IN POMPEI
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29 November 2025
The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, visited the ruins of Pompeii: accompanied by his daughter Laura, he took a private tour of the archaeological site this morning, guided by director Gabriel Zuchtriegel. During the visit, he met and shook hands with Maurizio Patriciello.
GERALD LEON CANNON AND ELISABETTA SERIO PLAY AT THE MUSEUM OF PEACE
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28 November 2025
During bassist Gerald Leon Cannon and his wife Minnie's visit to the Museum of Peace and the “Pino Daniele Alive” section, using Rino Zurzolo's bass guitar donated to the museum by his wife Valentina, the great American musician performed several songs – including Pino Daniele's “Quando” – with Elisabetta Serio, Pino's long-time pianist.
"The video and photos by Riccardo Piccirillo are splendid", said President Michele Capasso, who welcomed the guests.
GERALD LEON CANNON RECEIVES THE BOOKS "BOSNIA" AND "RAFFAELE, IL SINDACO"
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28 November 2025
On the occasion of bassist Gerald Leon Cannon and his wife Minnie's visit to the Museum of Peace, President Michele Capasso presented them with copies of his books "Bosnia" and "Raffaele, il sindaco".
The great American musician was moved by the story of the mayor who rebuilt San Sebastiano al Vesuvio after the destruction caused by the eruption of Vesuvius on 19 March 1944.
TOWARDS NAPLES: "UNITED STATES OF EUROPE, A REALISTIC UTOPIA AT THE FORDS
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27 November 2025
In view of the summit to be held in Naples next March on the "United States of Europe" at the headquarters of the "United States of the World", a meeting coordinated by Massimo Pendenza was held at the University of Salerno.
After greetings from Rector Virgilio D'Antonio and Director of the Department of Political and Social Studies Maurizio Merico, speeches were given by Guido Montani, Francesco Clementi, Francesco Callegari, Francesca Romano D’Antuono and Mauro Casarotto.
The conclusions were entrusted to Senator Giuseppe Lumia, member of the United States of the World.
CONDOLENCES ON THE DEATH OF ORNELLA VANONI
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22 November 2025
Secretary-General Michele Capasso, Director Pia Molinari, the members of the Executive Council and the International Committee, the Council of Ambassadors, the heads of the branch offices and all the members of the United States of the World and the autonomous sections Fondazione Mediterraneo, Accademia del Mediterraneo and Kimyya express their heartfelt condolences on the death of Ornella Vanoni, member of the United States of the World and Fondazione Mediterraneo.
In their message, Michele Capasso, Pia and Jacopo Molinari state, among other things:
"A great artist has left us, but above all a kind and ironic friend, frank and sharp-witted: a unique and extraordinary woman.
When we dedicated the documentary film ‘BASTA POCO’ to her in 2018, she thanked us all for having portrayed the truest parts of her personality.
And now we are here to remember so many moments: the caresses on her beard (she said it brought her luck), her stays at home enjoying cherries and apricots from Vesuvius (her passion), her joy when we produced the documentary film 'Basta poco', her support for the Fondazione Mediterraneo and the Stati Uniti del Mondo, her stays at the Casa-Museo in Turin, her visits to the Museo della Pace and the sections dedicated to Mario Molinari and Pino Daniele, the birthdays, the dinners and so much more. Thank you, Ornella, for intertwining our lives. We will never forget you”.