3,5% will be used for NATO defense, 1,5% to protect critical infrastructure. Meloni: "Necessary expenses, sustainable commitment". Spain is against it and Trump attacks it: "They will pay double on duties"
Peace made? Maybe, but no official agreement. Palazzo Chigi and the Elysée declare their intention to "strengthen the commitment to a more sovereign, strong, prosperous and peace-oriented Europe"
The former President of the Democratic Party senators, Luigi Zanda, is trying to shake up the largest party of the Italian left by encouraging Elly Schlein to make her government proposal more reliable, especially on foreign policy, and not to follow in the footsteps of the…
Prime Minister Meloni during question time at the Senate, in response to Renzi's questions: "Go ahead with the premiership, it is the mother of all reforms. On preferences in the electoral law, I confirm that I am in favor"
The whole world looks to Rome on the day of the solemn funeral of Pope Francis: the leaders at St. Peter's, the burial at Santa Maria Maggiore
The most important world leaders will participate in the ceremony in front of St. Peter's
Europe closed for Easter holidays. After the first round of meetings with Japan, with which Trump saw "great progress", yesterday in the meeting with Meloni he said that there will also be an agreement with the EU, without providing…
Trump-Meloni agreement after the meeting at the White House and glimpses of an agreement between the US and the EU on duties. The Prime Minister on military spending: "Italy ready to increase the commitment to 2% of GDP". The US President accepts the invitation to come to…
Meloni flies to Washington to meet Trump, amid diplomatic expectations and many unknowns. On the table duties, Ukraine and the stability of transatlantic relations
Trump's duties, Meloni studies the strategy to contain the damage: Italian exports to the US are 10%, the path of increasing trade with other markets will be attempted, but the line is one of caution. Pressure on the EU for…
Ukraine, the proposal for a Franco-British "reassurance" mission emerged during the new summit held in Paris with 31 countries. Meloni says no to sending troops to Kiev, Italy asks for greater US involvement. Here…
Zelensky in Paris gets new help from Macron as Europe discusses defense strategies. Amid divisions over the RearmEU plan and the German debate on military spending, Meloni seeks balance in the Italian coalition
What stirred up tensions were Prime Minister Meloni's quotes from the Ventotene Manifesto, which sparked protests and harsh reactions from the opposition. The Speaker of the House, Lorenzo Fontana, was forced to suspend the session several times
Senate approves majority resolution (109 yes, 69 no, 4 abstentions): support for Kiev, but no mention of EU rearmament plan
By June, the government will have to assign over 400 positions in public companies. Among the hottest positions are those of Fincantieri, Italgas, Snam and Aspi, with an eye also on giants such as Invitalia and Sace
In Brussels, EU countries say yes to the 800 billion euro rearmament plan for Europe. Orbán's no, who remains isolated. Meloni's position and what it means. Zelensky's announcement in agreement with Macron: March 11…
The European activism of the last few days led by Paris and London has perhaps advised Trump to adopt a "softer" attitude, aware of the fact that he is no longer the only master of the field capable of dictating conditions to everyone and on everything.
Meloni, in a video link to the US conservative convention (after Bannon's Nazi-fascist salute), does not disown the position that Italy has maintained since the beginning towards Kiev, but, in a delicate balancing act, gives great weight to the role…
INTERVIEW WITH PROFESSOR ROBERTO D'ALIMONTE, professor and political scientist at Luiss and one of the major Italian experts on electoral systems. "Pure proportional representation has no chance of establishing itself, but proportional representation with a bonus does. More precisely, on the right, there…
The Court of Appeals of Rome imposes the return to Italy of the 43 migrants sent to Albania, raising further doubts about the legitimacy of the Meloni government's plan. The opposition rejoices: "A resounding failure"
In a video on social media, Prime Minister Meloni announces that she has received a notice of investigation for the crimes of aiding and abetting and embezzlement in the affair of the repatriation of the Libyan Almasri: "I cannot be blackmailed", reiterated the leader of FdI
The strategic partnership between Rome and Riyadh is strengthened with new agreements involving 20 Italian companies. Focus on energy, defense, culture and infrastructure, "a new era of our relations is opening" declares the Prime Minister
The agreement provides for the construction of a submarine cable that will connect Albania to Puglia, transporting solar and wind energy produced in Albania. The project aims to strengthen the supply of renewable energy in Italy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels
Institutional websites attacked by pro-Russian hackers. The claim was made by the NoName057 collective that on Telegram linked the new offensive to the meeting between Meloni and Zelensky. The portals of the ministries and those of some political lines were targeted…
Ukraine, Meloni and Zelensky had a quick meeting in Rome, while today the Ukrainian president met with President Mattarella. "I am deeply grateful to Italy for its unwavering support: together we can bring about a just peace", Zelensky stressed. Here's what they said
Giorgia Meloni's lightning trip to the US, officially motivated by the Sala case, consolidates her role as a European pillar for Trump, surprising Europe. The axis with Trump and Musk could redesign the transatlantic balance, with impacts that are still uncertain for Italy...
The New York Times reports that the case of the Italian reporter detained in Iran was one of the central themes of the meeting. Prime Minister Meloni was welcomed with great enthusiasm by the president-elect: "She has taken Europe by storm"
Ukraine, Trump's shadow looms over Europe as it awaits the date of January 20, the inauguration date of the new president-elect. The moods and reasoning at the dinner at the residence of NATO Secretary General Rutte
Israel and Palestine: Abu Mazen in Rome delivers a political message to the Quirinale and Palazzo Chigi. Mattarella's words and Meloni's openness on "two peoples, two states". Meanwhile, after Trump's election comes the warning from…
At the summit currently underway in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Meloni is taking a stance while her Argentine colleague, with whom she shares many ideas and who she will meet later in Buenos Aires, is playing the spoilsport and is not signing the agreement…
President Mattarella responds with great dignity to Elon Musk's attacks on Italian judges: "He cannot take on the task of issuing prescriptions to Italy". After 24 hours, a timid reaction arrives from Palazzo Chigi: "We listen with respect to the…
Trump's election shakes up Italian politics and beyond: Meloni speaks of "sister nations" and Salvini rejoices for "a new international balance." Conte focuses on "stopping the ongoing wars," while the Kremlin holds back its congratulations and says: "The…
Fitto vice-president of the EU Commission? Greens, socialists and Renew are against it. But a thumbs down could trigger a domino effect and a reaction from the right of Ecr on the other vice-presidents to be voted. Is the EPP ready to defend him?
Migrants, storm over Italy: judges reject the Albania model of the Meloni government and Palazzo Chigi appeals. The furious premier. The clash with the judges intensifies with the words of the Keeper of the Seals Nordio. The Council of Ministers on Monday, we go…
Migrants, before the European Council Meloni brought together representatives of ten member states (out of 27): here's who they are and what she illustrated. After Albania, the hypothesis of a hub in Uganda emerges
The postponement is certainly not dictated by market reasons: last Tuesday the Poste stock reached an all-time high, touching 13 euros and bringing the capitalization to around 17 billion and even today the stock is rising. Why then the…
Ukrainian President Zelensky is on a European tour to secure political and military aid ahead of a long winter before the conference to rebuild the country under attack from Russia, scheduled for July 10-11 in Rome.…
Rai, the deadlock has been broken, the names of the new members of the board of directors have been announced by Parliament and the Ministry of Economy. Rossi will be the new CEO, Agnes is moving towards the presidency if she overcomes the obstacle in the Supervisory Authority. Schedules, industrial plan and appointments at the top…
The signature at Palazzo Chigi for the Cohesion Funds for Campania ends months of accusations and retaliation between De Luca and Meloni. Entrepreneurs and unions await
Italy-UK, Starmer's announcement: new investments by Italian companies in Great Britain for 485 million pounds by Leonardo and Marcegaglia in the sectors of defense, sustainable growth and innovation
In a letter to Prime Minister Meloni, Sangiuliano resigns and goes on the attack: "Free hands to act in the appropriate places". The Court of Auditors' lighthouse on the Boccia affair
Zelensky has reportedly given new minister Sybiha a specific mission: the acquisition of long-range missiles and air defense systems to fight Russia. The Ukrainian leader is expected in Cernobbio where Orbán is also arriving
Giorgia Meloni, back at Palazzo Chigi, confirmed Raffaele Fitto's candidacy as European Commissioner. Meanwhile, the government, hunting for resources for the Budget, is dealing with a short blanket and a new Structural Budget Plan
Carabinieri checks throughout Italy have led to hundreds of complaints with around 5 million euros in fines. A phenomenon denounced by the prime minister which requires more controls.
Biagio Mazzotta has said goodbye to the State General Accounting Office and arrives at the top of Fincantieri after tensions with Giorgetti over the Superbonus case. Daria Perrotta is the most accredited name for the role
The boxing match between Carini and Khelif was over in 46 seconds, raising questions: Was it real pain or a protest against Khelif's testosterone levels? Meloni: “The race wasn't fair”
"It is possible to start again from the forests and South-South cooperation is a virtuous formula for a historic friendship that binds Italy to Congo and Angol": this is what the Congolese ambassador to Italy claimed in the recent international conference on forests and Piano Mattei
Prime Minister Meloni's mission to China fits into a very specific context: from 16 August the first EU duties against Beijing's biodiesel will begin, following Ursula von der Leyen's de-risking strategy. AND…
Giorgia Meloni shook Europe with her vote against von der Leyen, sparking concern and controversy. This crucial moment could mark the beginning of a dangerous isolation for Italy. The leader's next moves will be decisive to understand if the…
With only half of the planned funds spent so far and the percentage falling below 50%, the Pnrr seems increasingly far from its objectives. Now, an extension of the Plan beyond 2026 becomes the only possible solution
Trial by fire today for Ursula von der Leyen who at 13pm will ask for the confidence of the European Parliament for an encore. You fear the snipers and cover yourself with the benevolence of the Greens without giving up negotiating with…
Another start to the sound of billions for the reclamation of the former steelworks area. Naples believes in it less and less
Roberta Metsola was re-elected president of the European Parliament with a broad bipartisan consensus, obtaining 562 votes in favor out of 699. Meanwhile, Ursula von der Leyen faces a crucial meeting with the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR), but the group…
CDP appointments, nothing to be done this time either: the shareholders' meeting decided for a new postponement due to the Treasury's failure to identify the candidates for the board of directors. The reconfirmation of Scannapieco and Gorno Tempini, the…
The results of the elections in France give victory to the Rassemblement national of Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella who thus dominate the first round of the legislative elections. Seats and projections in view of the second round: what can happen between agreements…
EU appointments, green light for the agreement but without Italy. At the European Council, Prime Minister Meloni rejected the agreement reached between the People's Party, Socialists and Liberals: she abstained on the reconfirmation of Ursula von der Leyen as head of the Commission and voted...
The European nomination game officially opens in Brussels. Meloni rejected the agreement between the EPP, socialists and liberals on top jobs. Together with Italy, Hungary and Slovakia would also get in the way. Is our country at risk of isolation? The president…
On the eve of the meeting of the European Council, the prime minister lashes out against Europe and speaks of a "conventio ad excludendum" in her communications to the Chamber: yesterday the agreement between socialists, popular and liberals which stunned the sovereignists on the appointments at the top of the Union.…
Socialists, popular and liberals have found an agreement on top jobs which will be made official at the EU Council scheduled for Thursday and Friday. Von der Leyen will meet Meloni directly to talk about "portfolios"
The new rules protect the relationship between man and nature but the Italian right stands out and says no
EU leaders meet for an informal dinner. Von der Leyen is the favorite to be reconfirmed, but the match on the "top jobs" could hold surprises. In the meantime, Prime Minister Meloni must resolve the issue of the ESM: the...
The G7 summit in Borgo Egnazia (Puglia) concluded with strengthened support for Ukraine, the commitment to a fairer global tax and the discussion on the ethics of artificial intelligence with the contribution of Pope Francis. And on the fight against traffic…
Pope Francis' speech before the extended session of the G7 summit in Puglia: "Artificial intelligence is a fascinating and tremendous tool". Zelensky on the peace proposal put forward by Putin: "The new Nazism has the face of the Russian president".…
At the G7 meeting in Puglia, in Borgo Egnazia, an agreement was reached on Russian assets: 50 billion dollars in aid to Ukraine. Meloni: "It's not a confiscation." Biden-Zelensky pact on security. Mattarella's warning at the dinner with the leaders. Today the…
“They saw us coming but were unable to stop us.” Giorgia Meloni closes her brief speech at the Parc dei Principi with a jab at Elly Schlein. The PD secretary shortly before, in the Dem headquarters, had claimed to…
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni personally went to the National Anti-Mafia Directorate to present an unusual complaint to the prosecutor Melillo, requesting the start of an extraordinary investigation. But Prosecutor Melillo specified that his task is only that of "coordination...
The time factor and the implications of the investigation a month from now will be crucial for Toti's political fate. In the centre-right, "guaranteeism" remains the watchword but, as the days pass, the belief is gaining ground that...
Italy has two records in Europe: premature deaths and rules not applied. The Climate Plan is late, there is an opportunity to fix it
From the "betrayed" to the "sectarian" to the "woke" Resistance, here is Giovanni Cominelli's analysis of April 25: "The liberalism of the right and the left remain a pious Kantian transcendental horizon. The first step? The Liberation Day become a party...
Severe reprimand from the former prime minister against Schlein, Meloni and Tajani but Prodi is disappointed above all by the secretary of the Democratic Party who is even thinking of putting his name in the party symbol, triggering the storm within
Iran attacks Israel, Biden calls Netanyahu: here are the US fears. Tehran: "If they don't make any further mistakes, the matter is closed." 1.100 Italian soldiers on the border between Israel and Lebanon
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni: "In the European elections, however, it would be a victory to confirm the votes that brought me to government a year and a half ago." On President Mattarella: "Excellent relations"
The instability of the territory always in the foreground. The government announces plans and laws that do not arrive. Minister Musumeci's latest promises are also not very credible
A new bill from the Noi Moderati group will be discussed in May. Politics is divided while research is being done and resources are being invested around the world.
Sending weapons and vehicles in case of future attack. It is the support that Italy has committed to giving to Ukraine ten years from now, thanks to an agreement announced by Giorgia Meloni, in a videoconference from Kiev (for…
The Government makes promises, the tractor movement is less and less compact. The League asks Meloni to do more. The game remains open
The report of a day of worry in Pomigliano. The plant is at risk due to the new challenges of electric automotive. The first stop on Tuesday. The government's first statements were out of place
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni returned with Ursula von der Leyen to the territories hit by the floods last May in Romagna. Protest chants: “Respect. The catwalks don't help"
The visit should release funds for reconstruction. Businesses ask for an extension for natural disaster insurance
Without government intervention, territorial aggregations for savings and renewable energy will not take off. Giorgia Meloni and no one from the government talks about it anymore, yet it would be a positive response against the abuse of the Superbonus.
The adaptation plan has been approved but the money is not there. Can Giorgia Meloni take charge of it directly?
At the press conference, the prime minister responds to the failure to ratify the bailout fund: "The government has deferred to the Chamber". And she blames Conte for the mistake
The political world unanimously approved the Head of State's end-of-year message
Macron: "Excellent discussion", after Meloni had threatened a veto on the Stability Pact. Meanwhile, the EU has reached agreement on the reform of the electricity market
The leader of the Five Star Movement has drawn up in "la Repubblica" a list of proscription for Prime Minister Meloni for a purge of the most controversial figures in the Government, but one name is surprisingly missing from the list: that of Minister Lollobrigida, the "brother-in-law of Italy ".…
The Chamber blocks the minimum wage by law with the votes of the majority and delegates Giorgia Meloni's government to legislate on the issue: here's what happened
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at COP 28 Dubai: "Italy is for a non-ideological ecological transition". Alliance of 20 countries to triple nuclear power by 2050
The entire construction world is asking the government for an extension beyond December 31st for condominium construction sites. Jobs and worker safety at risk.
Panetta is considered a right-wing Draghi: his technical competence is beyond question, but to become a good Governor he will have to demonstrate independence from political power, especially on 3 points. Will he make it?
The Prime Minister in the Senate, on her first outing after her separation from Giambruno, in view of the European Council of 26 and 27 October. The topics: Israel, Ukraine, migrants, new EU budget rules
Daylight saving time ends on October 28th. Another petition from environmental doctors to have it all year round
The President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella will speak at the meeting of the Regional Presidents underway in Turin. A voice against the differentiated autonomy which risks splitting Italy
The Government has revised its growth estimates downwards: 2023 GDP to 0,8%, while for 2024 to 1,2%. The deficit/GDP ratio in 2023 will rise to 5,3% (the Surpebonus weighs heavily), while next year it will fall to 4,3%
The Council of Ministers has approved some measures on the management of immigration flows, a new meeting on unaccompanied minors next week - Meloni attacks Borrell: "Political forces are working against it"
Support is on the table to stem expensive bills and a petrol bonus for low incomes. The Superbonus is also at the center of attention. The resource node remains: the parties are asking for 40 billion but there are 8,5.
Prime Minister Meloni went to the Caivano Green Park, the scene of the dramatic rape of two underage cousins. And she promises: “She will be radically reclaimed. Soon you will see the fruits"
From the extra tax on banks to the shadow of the assets and the return of the Treasury to Telecom, not to mention the new rules of big finance, the summer has laid bare all the approximation and amateurism of the Meloni government with a marked propensity…
Tax on extra profits, basic income and minimum wage: all the topics at the center of the political debate in a new episode of Giorgia Meloni's social column. Here's what she said
Finally, the premier has disavowed the President of the Senate and party mate La Russa for the reckless utterances in defense of her son accused of sexual violence and has also sympathized with the girl who denounced - If the…
In view of the new law on competition, the Antitrust signals the need to intervene on the TUA. Guarantee the freedom of enterprise.
