The visit follows Italy’s decision to withdraw from President Xi Jinping’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Meloni emphasized the need for the two nations to work together to maintain stability and peace. Italy was the only major Western nation to join the BRI, which faced criticism from the US and several other major Western countries. … Read more
Detention period may now last up to 18 months, up from 3 months. Recent arrival of 10,000 migrants on Lampedusa prompts action. EU plans and agreements with origin countries have had limited impact. The Italian government, facing a significant influx of migrants, has approved measures aimed at extending the duration of their detention and facilitating … Read more
Giorgia Meloni, the leader of the far-right Brothers of Italy party, is attempting to unite two other right-leaning parties in order to become the nation’s first female prime minister. She dislikes being associated with Italy’s fascist past despite having softened her image. She supports Western sanctions against Russia and has softened her stance toward Europe. … Read more
