The coordinator of Futuro Nazionale: “The Carroccio leader wouldn’t stand a chance of being elected with us. But he’ll go down in the general election; he’s now on a par with Renzi. The Lega is facing an irreversible crisis; with us, it’s merely a ‘marriage of convenience’. If Giorgia Meloni wants to win, she’ll inevitably have to reach an agreement with us”

The ‘Futuro Nazionale’ programme focuses on industry and criticises the European Stability Pact. The only point on which the divide with the broader coalition appears unbridgeable would seem to be the Green Deal. But is that really the case?

The German Energy Minister warns that the party “raises concerns” regarding foreign investment, and surveys of business leaders confirm this warning. The lesson also applies to Italy and the current ruling coalition

The general who goes about wishing for ‘crackdowns’ is preparing to thwart the majority’s plans, which are centred on Forza Italia’s treasurer, Fabio Roscioli. The by-elections in Reggio Calabria are a test for the right

“Irregular immigration remains a threat: we have secured the country,” says the Forza Italia senator. “Is the general criticising us? Our identity is not for sale. And alliances are forged on the basis of values, not in the run-up to elections: we owe that to the Italian people”