This week, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will travel to Washington, D.C., aiming to strengthen ties with President Trump. Her right-wing stance aligns her closely with Trump, contrasting with previous European leaders' visits. However, as speculation rises about her possible "Italy-first" negotiations potentially jeopardizing European unity, many experts highlight her recent moves towards collaboration within the EU. This pivotal moment could define not only Italy's relationship with the U.S. but also its role on the broader European stage. Giovanni Orsina, of Luiss Guido Carli University, notes that this meeting is a test of how much Italy can leverage its unique bond with the United States.
Meloni's Visit to Washington: Testing Alliances and Aspirations in Turbulent Times
Meloni's Visit to Washington: Testing Alliances and Aspirations in Turbulent Times
As Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni embarks on her mission to engage with President Trump, European dynamics and Italy's global standing hang in the balance.
Meloni's Visit to Washington: Testing Alliances and Aspirations in Turbulent Times
As Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni embarks on her mission to engage with President Trump, European dynamics and Italy's global standing hang in the balance.
This week, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will travel to Washington, D.C., aiming to strengthen ties with President Trump. Her right-wing stance aligns her closely with Trump, contrasting with previous European leaders' visits. However, as speculation rises about her possible "Italy-first" negotiations potentially jeopardizing European unity, many experts highlight her recent moves towards collaboration within the EU. This pivotal moment could define not only Italy's relationship with the U.S. but also its role on the broader European stage. Giovanni Orsina, of Luiss Guido Carli University, notes that this meeting is a test of how much Italy can leverage its unique bond with the United States.
As Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni embarks on her mission to engage with President Trump, European dynamics and Italy's global standing hang in the balance.
This week, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will travel to Washington, D.C., aiming to strengthen ties with President Trump. Her right-wing stance aligns her closely with Trump, contrasting with previous European leaders' visits. However, as speculation rises about her possible "Italy-first" negotiations potentially jeopardizing European unity, many experts highlight her recent moves towards collaboration within the EU. This pivotal moment could define not only Italy's relationship with the U.S. but also its role on the broader European stage. Giovanni Orsina, of Luiss Guido Carli University, notes that this meeting is a test of how much Italy can leverage its unique bond with the United States.
