Multiple Schengen visa at the same time

I currently have a multiple-entries tourist visa for Italy (its valid for 1 year from mid May 2016 to mid May 2017).

Now I will be travelling to Germany directly (inbound and outbound between July and December 2016) and I will stay in Germany also and only in Germany. I know I have to apply for German visa now because I will travel directy to and from Germany and I will spend the most time (100%) there. But the question is:

What will happen to my Italian visa? Will it be cancelled? Will I have to cancel it? Can I keep both since I be using my Italian visa also for travels and stays only in Italy?
Can/will Germany award me a 1-year tourist visa (90 days in 180 days) also based on my Italian visa? I mean if one Schengen country issued me this type of visa why not can the other country give me the same if they require I get one from their country since I be staying there the most time, right?
How to actually ask for a 1-year German multiple-entry tourist visa, because my current Italian visa was not specifically asked for, but a nice welcomed surprise.

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Can I have 2 Schengen visas at the same time?

In theory, it is not possible for a person to hold two valid short stay visas covering the same period. I have a valid Schengen visa but it does not cover my next intended stay, what can I do? In this case, it is possible to file a visa application for another Schengen visa to cover the next intended stay entirely.

How can I get multiple Schengen visas?

How To Apply For A Schengen Multiple-Entry Visa?

Step 1: Collect All The Required Documents.

Step 2: Fill In Your Schengen Visa Application Form.

Step 3: Schedule Your Schengen Visa Appointment.

Step 4: Attend Your Schengen Visa Appointment.

Step 5: Wait For Your MEV Visa To Be Processed.

Can I travel to more than one member country with the same Schengen visa?

IF MY VISA IS ISSUED FOR INSTANCE BY THE GERMAN CONSULATE, CAN I USE THIS VISA AND TRAVEL TO ANOTHER COUNTRY OF SCHENGEN AGREEMENT? Yes, according to the Schengen Agreement rules, the Schengen visa is generally valid for all Schengen area countries.

Can you have two visas at the same time for different countries?

Every country sets their own visa requirements and it's perfectly ok to have visas for different countries at the same time - in fact it's essential if a visa is an entry requirement.

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