The Italian strategy in view of the European Council in March

Preparations for the European Council

In view of the European Council of March 20 and 21, the Italian government is working to maintain the unity of the majority, avoiding displeasing the allies and without taking steps back from the position already expressed in Brussels. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is preparing for her speech to the Chambers, scheduled for next Tuesday and Wednesday, where she will present a majority resolution that will approve the communications relating to the summit.

This step is crucial, as the prime minister will have to address sensitive issues without creating fractures within the governing coalition.

The tensions in the majority

Tensions within the majority have increased in recent days, with several members expressing conflicting opinions on how to address European issues. Meloni, in her speeches, will reiterate Italy's support for Kiev, but will not fail to underline the importance of the ongoing negotiations and the role of the United States in the peace proposal. She is also expected to touch on the issue of investments under the InvestEU program and the issue of European rearmament and defense, highlighting Italy's opposition to sending troops.

The positions of political leaders

Matteo Salvini, leader of the League, has already made his position clear, calling for increased investment in internal security rather than European rearmament. Antonio Tajani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has also stressed the importance of maintaining transatlantic unity and coordinating with allies to address international challenges. The belief that the center-right will find a synthesis is shared by Maurizio Gasparri, leader of Forza Italia, who has expressed the need for a defense and security policy for Europe, focusing on autonomy and Euro-Atlantic solidarity.