Giorgia Meloni made a striking entrance at the Circo Massimo for the Fratelli d’Italia’s Atreju festival, receiving a standing ovation from the audience. During her speech, which commenced around 12:35 PM, she humorously addressed ongoing controversies involving her sister, Arianna, while launching a fierce critique against opposition parties and trade unions, particularly targeting the CGIL. Meloni announced her resignation as president of the European Conservatives group, suggesting Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki as her successor, emphasizing the need for a leader who can dedicate full attention to the role.
The premier also highlighted positive trends in Italy’s labor market, claiming nearly one million new jobs created under her government. She defended her administration’s record on public spending, particularly in healthcare, asserting that funding has reached unprecedented levels, with an additional 12 billion euros allocated in the past two years. However, this assertion faced scrutiny as reports indicated that approximately 4.5 million Italians had forgone medical care due to financial constraints, a 7% increase from the previous year, raising questions about the effectiveness of her policies.
Meloni further criticized opposition figures, including Maurizio Landini, the leader of the CGIL, accusing him of politicizing labor issues. She dismissed claims about rising precarious employment and declining purchasing power, arguing that the numbers tell a different story. As the event concluded, Meloni reiterated her commitment to Italy’s leadership role in Europe, urging a strong stance against organized crime and reinforcing her belief in the need for reforms to strengthen the Italian government’s position on the continent.
