Il Governo

The President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, met today with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, at Palazzo Chigi. After their meeting in Brussels during the President of the Council of Ministers’ first foreign visit, today’s meeting, which was also attended by Minister Raffaele Fitto, provided an excellent opportunity to exchange views ahead of the special European Council meeting to be held on 9-10 February, which will particularly focus on the economy and migration. With regard to economic recovery, the Italian Government’s commitment to the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (‘NRRP’) was also reaffirmed. 
During the meeting, the two leaders also shared their condemnation of the violent acts in Brazil and their solidarity with the country’s democratic institutions. They also expressed satisfaction regarding the signing of the EU-NATO joint declaration, scheduled for tomorrow in Brussels.

Today, Italy celebrates National Flag Day. The nation is celebrating the Tricolour, which was first created in Reggio Emilia in 1797 and has accompanied and inspired the Italian people on their journey over the last 226 years.

“I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to all those who have allowed for thousands of faithful and citizens to be present during the days dedicated to paying homage to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and to attend his funeral, in perfect conditions: public security forces, Roma Capitale police, the fire brigade, healthcare professionals, the Civil Protection Department, volunteers and all those who have organised, worked for and contributed to this occasion, in accordance with the Vatican authorities in charge.”

Il Presidente del Consiglio, Giorgia Meloni, questa mattina ha partecipato alle Esequie solenni del Papa emerito Benedetto XVI presiedute da Papa Francesco.