Giorgia Meloni, présidente du conseil en Italie, est populaire malgré ses positions nationalistes. Sa coalition avec Fratelli attire l'attention. Son évolution politique, son autoritarisme critiqué et ses relations avec l'UE sont discutés. Les propositions radicales sur l'immigration et les tensions avec les médias sont abordées. Le podcast explore sa stratégie diplomatique, son bilan et ses chances aux élections européennes.

David Broder discusses his book 'Mussolini's Grandchildren' and the rise of Giorgia Meloni's Fratelli d'Italia, a party with a direct genealogy from Mussolini's regime. They explore the reinventions of far-right politics in Italy, the interplay between a parliamentary face and militant fringe groups, and Fratelli d'Italia's strategy of embracing harsh Islamophobia while supporting the European Union and NATO. The podcast also discusses the distortion of World War II history, the manipulation of Italian history to portray Italians as victims, and the increasing influence of far-right ideologies in Italy.

Giorgia Meloni, première femme présidente du Conseil en Italie, partage son bilan de deux ans de gouvernance. Elle aborde les défis économiques, marqués par une croissance stagnante et une dette publique préoccupante. Les discussions sur la victoire électorale de son parti, Fratelli d'Italia, révèlent des réformes audacieuses sur l'immigration. Meloni évoque également son adaptation aux institutions européennes, malgré son euroscepticisme initial, et analyse les tensions croissantes avec la Commission européenne qui compliquent sa stabilité politique.

Giorgia Meloni, the Prime Minister of Italy and a key figure in the far-right, joins the discussion on Keir Starmer's significant visit to Rome. They delve into the pressing issue of migrant boat crossings and explore how Italy's immigration policies might influence Britain. Pippa Crerar also shares insights from the energetic Lib Dem conference in Brighton, highlighting their recent successes and the party's evolving identity amid political challenges. The conversation uncovers the complex dynamics of European politics and migration.

Chinese President Xi Jinping discusses the rich historical ties between China and Italy, highlighting the Silk Road spirit of cooperation. He and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni unveil a three-year action plan to enhance bilateral trade and technology collaboration. They also examine the revival of Chinese tourism in Italy, particularly among younger travelers, showcasing its impact on luxury retail. Additionally, tensions in Venezuela post-election reveal broader geopolitical complexities, demonstrating how international relations are shifting dynamically.