Top US Diplomat Rubio Set for High-Profile Trip to Italy. US Under Secretary of State, a key position in the Biden administration's foreign policy, is gearing up for a significant diplomatic visit to Italy. The trip, scheduled to take place on Thursday and Friday, marks at least the third time the Catholic official will be visiting either Italy or the Vatican in their role as President Biden's top diplomat. As a prominent figure in international relations, Rubio's meetings with Italian officials are expected to focus on key global issues, including security, trade, and human rights. The visit comes at a critical time for transatlantic relations, with the US and Italy seeking to strengthen their partnership in the face of rising global challenges.
The State Department said Monday that Rubio, a Catholic who with this trip will have visited Italy or the Vatican at least three times as the Republican president's top diplomat, would be in Italy on Thursday and Friday.
