AIFC Commends Senate Confirmation of Jack markell as Ambassador of the U.S. to Italy and San Mariano

On Thursday, July 27, the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Jack A. Markell as Ambassador of the United States of America to the Italian Republic and San Mariano. Following Ambassador Markell’s confirmation, American Italian Food Coalition co-Chairs Hon. Susan Molinari and Lucy Calautti shared the following statement:

“A seasoned diplomat, Markell brings a wealth of experience to this important role. This pivotal appointment is set to strengthen economic, diplomatic, and cultural ties between the United States and Italy. His leadership and dedication will undoubtedly contribute to advancing the shared interests and values of our nations. We look forward to working with Ambassador Markell and others to ensure American consumers continue to have access to high-quality, affordable imported Italian products.”

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The American Italian Food Coalition is an alliance of more than 450 Italian companies, manufacturers, and trade associations dedicated to ensuring American consumers continue to have access to high-quality, affordable imported Italian products including pasta, coffee, biscuits, and wafers.