[Analysis] Mattei Plan from North African Countries’ Perspective

Since the invasion of Ukraine, the supply of accessible and reliable energy supply has become an urgent question for several European countries. Simultaneously new global actors like Russia and China seem to have inaugurated a new “scramble for Africa”. As a reaction to this changing world order, Italy has developed a new Africa strategy. According to the Piano Mattei Plan this article will look into a renewed Italian commitment in Africa, putting a special focus on North Africa and its former colony Libyia.

(ANALYSIS) Freedom of Speech Under the Meloni Administration

Freedom of speech in Italy was born out of contrast to the oppression of such seen under fascism, yet contemporary trends threaten that post-war legacy in what appears to be an increasing assault on that universal right.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: An Italian Ex-Minister’s Sacrifice For Love

An Italian minister was forced to resign after an extramarital affair came to light. His ex-girlfriend claims that she was promoted to a role within the Ministry of Culture, yet the staff disputes this.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Italy Protects Made In Italy Label 

The Italian government raided facilities manufacturing purses for Dior and Armani in order to protect the Made In Italy brand.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Ruling Governments Victorious EU Elections Italy and Poland

While the Ruling coalitions in France and Germany saw poor results, voters in Italy and Poland gave a vote of confidence to their governments.

The Outcome of the EU Parliamentary Elections 2024: The Likelihood of a Far-Right Wave

This text explores the recent success of the far-right in different national elections in Europe to try and determine whether this might translate into a far-right “wave” at the next EU parliamentarian elections.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Italy Fights EU On Nutri-Score System

Giorgia Meloni opposes the EU’s Nutri-score system that is proposed to score foods in supermarkets due to the system ignoring benefits of caloric dense products such as olive oil.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Greece Makes History While Leaving Italy Behind

Greece makes history as the first Orthodox Christian nation to pass legislation allowing same-sex marriage. Italy remains the sole nation in western Europe not allowing same-sex marriages.