Economist Podcasts cover image

League of its own? Italian politics

Economist Podcasts

00:00

Political Instability in Italy

This chapter analyzes the political crisis in Italy after the Prime Minister's resignation, focusing on the tensions within the coalition government. It highlights the rise of the far-right Northern League, led by Matteo Salvini, and its implications for Italy's political future, budgetary constraints, and public sentiment regarding immigration. The discussion further explores potential coalition scenarios and the challenges of reconciling vastly different political ideologies among Italian parties.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app