The Intelligence from The Economist League of its own? Italian politics
Aug 21, 2019
Matt Steinglass, Europe correspondent for The Economist, discusses the political upheaval in Italy, examining Matteo Salvini's attempt to seize more power amid growing instability. Charlotte Howard, the New York bureau chief, explores the challenges faced by Latin America's state-run energy giants, highlighting issues of mismanagement and corruption. The conversation extends to the burgeoning film scene in Yakutia, revealing how local filmmakers are capturing their cultural narratives amidst harsh landscapes, gaining global attention.
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Italian Political Crisis
- Italy's government is in crisis after Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini initiated a no-confidence vote.
- This could lead to a far-right government, the most hard-right since Mussolini.
Salvini's Gamble
- Salvini's move is opportunistic, capitalizing on his rising poll numbers, currently around 37%.
- He gambles that a new election could give him enough power to govern Italy himself.
Northern League's Evolution
- The Northern League, initially a secessionist party, has become a nativist, anti-immigrant party.
- It's also Eurosceptic and pro-Russian, appealing to Northern Italy's manufacturing base.