The election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States has sparked a series of reactions among Italian leaders, highlighting the importance of Italian-American relations in a complex geopolitical context. The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, expressed his best wishes to Trump, underlining Rome’s willingness to actively collaborate with Washington in the bilateral and multilateral spheres.
President Mattarella stated that “our countries are united by inseparable bonds of friendship and collaboration”, recalling the importance of shared democratic values and the Euro-Atlantic dimension. He also reiterated the need to address current international challenges together.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her enthusiasm for Trump’s victory, calling Italy and the United States “sister nations” linked by a solid alliance. Meloni emphasized that her government is already working to strengthen transatlantic relations. Antonio Tajani, Italy’s foreign minister, commented on the election by saying that “Trump’s election will bring stability to the US, a great partner of ours.” He added that the Italian government will commit to working with the Trump administration on crucial issues such as NATO. Matteo Salvini also supported Trump, stressing the importance of fighting illegal immigration and the need for a return to world peace. According to Salvini, a clear vision of the world could lead to a resolution of current conflicts.
With Trump’s victory, concerns are also emerging about the implications for Europe. Carlo Calenda warned that the election marks a critical moment for the continent, suggesting that Europe must unite to address the challenges posed by the new American administration.
Calenda said that “Europe must make an immediate leap in quality” to maintain a strong position in the Trump era. Furthermore, Matteo Renzi expressed hope that this is a moment of awakening for Europe, calling for deep reflections on the future of transatlantic relations. With the world’s eyes on Washington, global challenges will require a concerted and strategic response from Europe. The European Union’s ability to adapt and cooperate will be crucial to addressing the new geopolitical dynamics emerging under President Trump.
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