Giorgia Meloni – Europe’s unlikely new political superstar
Italy’s Prime Minister was scathing.
Italy’s Prime Minister was scathing.
It does not sound like a fascist revolution for Italy.
At a time when many observers were expecting the next steps in the euro crisis such as the establishment of a ‘banking union’ and the next packages for Greece, Cyprus and Portugal, the political situation has become more complicated.
All the years of muddling through the European crisis have only produced sticky-tape solutions.
Just when many commentators thought the euro crisis was over, Italy’s political earthquake has put it back on the agenda.
Because of all his personal failings, it is unlikely the Italians will give Berlusconi a fourth chance to lead their country.
I am sure readers will agree with me that 2011 will be another cracker of a year for Europe.
Europe’s problems remain painfully real.
© Dr Oliver Hartwich