Governor Eric J. Holcomb returned to Indianapolis following an international trip to Slovakia and Italy with the Indiana National Guard and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
This international trip marked the governor's 3rd trip to Slovakia and his second trip to Italy as governor.
Gov. Holcomb and Maj. General Lyles met with the U.S. Ambassador Guatam Rana and discussed Indiana and Slovakia’s productive relationship, including the Indiana National Guard’s strong 30-year partnership with Slovakia.
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Slovak National Uprising, Gov. Holcomb and Maj. Gen. Lyles attended anniversary ceremonies in Banska Bystrica to pay respects and honor the sacrifices made many years ago.
While in Slovakia, the governor visited Malacky Air Base to witness a milestone for the Slovak military. Slovakia purchased and received its first F-16 fighter aircraft this year, delivered in partnership with the Indiana National Guard. Indiana and Slovakia are now simultaneously operating F-16s which strengthens defense and keeps our militaries prepared at all times.
While in Italy, Gov. Holcomb and the delegation met with President Fontana in Lombardy. At a robust roundtable, the group discussed ways to better enhance our economic and academic collaboration. Gov. Holcomb and Pres. Fontana both support the critical connection between industry and a strong, skilled workforce and we will continue this partnership to better grow these vital industries.
While in Milan, the Indiana delegation met with U.S. Consul General Douglass Benning. Italy is a strong ally of Indiana and the United States and their hospitality on this trip demonstrated that. Indiana is home to 35 Italian companies and Indiana has 15 businesses operating in Italy. In 2023, Indiana exported over $3.21 billion worth of goods to Italy while importing over $1.95 billion worth of goods from Italy.
The delegation traveled to the Dallara Academy in Milan where they met with Giampaolo Dallara, founder of the company. They saw first hand the innovation happening in the motorsport space, thanks to the work the company is doing across multiple sectors, including defense and workforce. Dallara is a leader in the industry and they are future focused on advancing the sport. Dallara has a robust operation in Speedway, Indiana, the racing capitol of the world.
Indiana State Police Troopers receive new look Dodge Durango patrol vehicles
Lawrenceville Drive-In to close
Fiscus receives leadership award
Fire at old Lawrenceville High School property
1956 Pinkstaff tornado the subject of next Historical Society meeting
Bridgeport city council welcomes new member
Bailey to continue gubernatorial nomination campaign
Two sentenced to prison in Lawrence County
Illinois State Museum featuring personal Route 66 stories for Mother Road’s 100th anniversary
Good Samaritan CEO Rob McLin honored with IHA 2025 Distinguished Service Award
Illinois goes from “F” to“A” on support for survivors of human trafficking
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month underway
IDOH approves Union - Regional hospital merger
VU announces changes in College of Health Sciences and Human Performance
Unit 20 hires new administrator and fills board vacancy
New IDOC mail policy program protested
Eagle Branch District to host annual meeting
Niemerg Lawrence County satellite office hours set
Select Wings Etc. locations offering free entrée on Veterans Day
FSSA statement on SNAP benefits, one week delay
