Lucrezia Ciotti Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed the value of the friendship between Italy and the United States at the launch of La Stampa USA, the newspaper's new editorial initiative. In her video message, she emphasized the importance of transatlantic relations, the contribution of Italy's 28 million Italian-Americans, and the opportunities offered by promoting Italian businesses and Italian-American tourism.
The US press focuses on Italian companies and tourism at its roots
According to the Prime Minister , the new publishing project can offer a concrete contribution to strengthening relations between Italy and the United States, giving visibility to the experiences of the people and communities who share this history. The initiative, Meloni explained, can promote awareness of Italian companies among new audiences , while also enhancing the cultural heritage and family ties that unite the two countries.
Among the objectives outlined by the Prime Minister is the promotion of roots tourism , an opportunity to connect new generations with their origins. The project could encourage descendants of Italians who emigrated to the United States to visit the lands from which their families originated, rediscovering their traditions, history, and identity.
From this perspective, La Stampa USA presents itself as a tool for telling the stories of the Italian-American community and renewing a bond that, in the words of the Prime Minister, continues to represent a shared heritage between the two nations.
Giorgia Meloni reaffirms the friendship between Italy and the United States: "Founded on freedom and democracy."
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reiterated the importance of relations between Italy and the United States in a video message released on the occasion of the launch of La Stampa USA, the Italian newspaper's new editorial initiative. The Prime Minister recalled the deep roots of this relationship , built around the principles of freedom and democracy , emphasizing the strategic value of collaboration between the two sides of the Atlantic. " The transatlantic bond is the cornerstone of our security and prosperity ," she declared, explaining that strengthening this understanding allows Europe and America to face shared challenges " with unity and a clear sense of responsibility ."
In her speech, Meloni also highlighted the contribution of the Italian-American community , which today numbers approximately 28 million people and represents a fundamental element of the relationship between the two countries. " Generations of Italians have helped build America, bringing with them talent, courage, and a deep attachment to their roots ," the Prime Minister stated, adding that the achievements of Italian-Americans are " a source of pride for both our nations ."