The situation had become increasingly tense. Matteo Renzi, the leader of Italy's PD Democratic Party who also doubles as the Mayor of Florence piled pressure on Italy's current prime … [Read more...]
Italian Politics – Chaos as Usual
Sparks are flying right, left, centre and everywhere in the confusingly complex and chaotic world of Italian politics. Last week, the speaker of Italy's senate overruled a decision not to … [Read more...]
The “Barbaric” 5 Star Movement
Sparks flew in Italy's parliament last week when scuffles broke out after a filibustering attempt by the 5 Star Movement was scuppered. The speaker of Italy's lower house, Laura Boldrini, … [Read more...]
The Ball is in Italy’s Court
A year ago I thought French President Francois Hollande might be starting to get the balance between austerity and growth right. I thought Italy still had the opportunity to learn from … [Read more...]
Out of Order Italy’s Little Distractions
While Italy's government should be forging ahead with major structural reforms, it isn't. No, instead the government is allowing itself to be detracted but all manner of other minor issues … [Read more...]
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