COMITES San Marino recently met with Italia Viva on October 17, 2025, to address critical issues affecting cross-border pensioners, including unjust double taxation and the application of European directives. The discussion highlighted the need for greater protection and recognition of rights for Italian citizens residing and working between San Marino and Italy.
San Marino convened the 'World Amateur Sports Forum – Small Nations, Big Impact' on October 16, 2025. The event, held at the Welcome Hotel in Dogana, focused on the sustainability, social value, and community development potential of amateur sports, particularly for smaller nations, and was an opener to the 47th CSIT Congress.
San Marino is currently experiencing significant public debate and protests concerning the proposed IGR (General Income Tax) Reform. Trade unions, including CSdL, CDLS, and USL, have organized general strikes, drawing thousands to the streets to demand fiscal justice and equitable treatment for workers. Industry associations also call for revisions to the reform.
San Marino RTV has officially announced that 12-year-old Martina Crv, also known as Martina Cervellin, will represent the nation at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Tbilisi, Georgia. She will perform the song 'Beyond the Stars', co-written and produced by Eliza G, Karin Amadori, Valerio Carboni, and SaintPaul. The contest is set for December 13.
San Marino's national football team is set to face Austria in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on October 9, 2025, at Ernst Happel Stadion in Vienna. Austria, currently second in Group H, seeks to strengthen its qualification bid, while San Marino, despite recent historic wins, remains at the bottom of the group.
San Marino faces a general strike today, October 7, 2025, called by major trade unions CSdL, CDLS, and USL. The strike protests new fiscal policies, causing significant disruptions to public services, including transport and waste collection, despite AASS ensuring minimum essential services.
The 23rd edition of Rallylegend officially commenced with a press conference in San Marino on October 2, 2025. Attended by world rally champions and government officials, the event highlighted the rally's global appeal, enhanced safety measures, and its significant role in promoting the Republic of San Marino as a premier sports tourism destination. The main rally competition is set to begin on October 3.
San Marino welcomed Matteo Rossi and Lorenzo Bugli as its new Captains Regent for the semester beginning October 1, 2025. European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič served as the official orator for the traditional inauguration ceremony in the world's oldest republic.
The association 'I Capi Famiglia' is set to hold a demonstration in San Marino on October 1, 2025, advocating for a consultative referendum on the recently concluded Association Agreement with the European Union. The protest will coincide with the inauguration of new Captains Regent and a visit by European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič.
San Marino formally recognized Palestine as a sovereign and independent state during an address by Foreign Minister Luca Beccari at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York on September 27, 2025. This decision follows a parliamentary mandate and aligns with a growing international trend of recognition.
San Marino's Finance Commission has postponed its crucial meeting on the Imposta Generale sui Redditi (IGR) reform until October 7. The delay follows extensive discussions and mounting tensions with major trade unions, including CSdL, CDLS, and USL, who have voiced strong opposition to aspects of the proposed tax changes.
The microstate of San Marino officially recognized the State of Palestine on September 22, 2025, joining a growing number of European nations. This decision, following a parliamentary resolution, was announced during a UN-backed conference in New York, emphasizing support for a two-state solution and addressing the humanitarian crisis.
The Interregional Trade Union Council (CSIR) of San Marino, Emilia Romagna, and Marche has announced its full support for a general strike scheduled for September 22, 2025. The action, primarily organized by Italian trade unions, aims to protest Italy's stance on the Gaza conflict and its supply of military aid to Israel, with significant disruptions expected across various sectors.
The Grand and General Council of San Marino debated and ultimately rejected Istanza n.27, a proposal to integrate psychological support services into basic medical clinics. The government, led by Secretary Mariella Mularoni, maintained that existing services provided by the Territorial and Social-Health Department are sufficient, citing a multidisciplinary network of 16 professionals established by Delegated Decree 171/2024.
