Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni highlighted her government’s enduring popularity as she celebrated a significant milestone: 1,413 days in power, marking it as the longest-serving administration in the history of the Italian Republic. During a rally organized by her Brothers of Italy (FdI) party in Bari, Meloni emphasized that the key to her tenure has been not just remaining in office but maintaining robust public support while advancing her political agenda.
Meloni asserted that her government’s first major reform was achieving political stability, which she believes has enhanced Italy’s capacity to negotiate and protect its interests on the international stage. Despite acknowledging the difficulties encountered during her time in office, Meloni remarked on the persistence required to govern, likening some days to “swimming in glue.” However, she affirmed that resignation was never an option for her.
Throughout her leadership, Meloni faced numerous challenges, including geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, ongoing issues in the Strait of Hormuz, surging fuel prices, and domestic concerns such as natural disasters, terrorism, and youth crime. She underscored the importance of these challenges in shaping her government’s policies and actions.
Meloni took the opportunity to criticize previous administrations for their handling of Italy’s finances, particularly targeting measures like the Superbonus, which she claims harmed the country’s fiscal health. She commended her government for maintaining financial discipline and ensuring that Italy remains on a stable economic path.
In her rally speech, Meloni also urged her government to continue pushing forward with its agenda, cautioning opponents against efforts to hinder her administration’s progress. She expressed confidence that such attempts would not succeed, reinforcing her commitment to delivering on her promises and maintaining Italy’s trajectory of stability and growth.