Italian PM Giorgia Meloni’s growing ties with Elon Musk reflect a common worldview, but will ultimately be tested by political realities.
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Italy exited the BRI after finding it offered little benefit. Meloni’s recent China visit reflects the country’s shift toward a more pragmatic, EU-aligned relationship with Beijing.
On a host of issues, including pension reform and migrants, Giorgia Meloni has stepped back from her extreme pre-election positions.
Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party advocates for a broad national memory culture that even honors former fascists.