Italy's new envoy to Sweden, Vinicio Mati, has taken up his post, the foreign ministry stated on Friday in a tweet that underlined "the deep friendship" between the two countries.
"A mission that seeks to reflect the deep friendship between Italy and Sweden and see them grow together in a partnership based on shared values," read the statement.
Career diplomat Mati previously served as Italian OCSE Chairmanship Coordinator and had postings in France, Bulgaria, Belgium and Switzerland.
