
Italy's Center-Right Drafts Electoral Law Amendment for Runoff Voting
Forza Italia is pushing to introduce a second-round runoff system into Italy's electoral law, while the Lega remains cautious pending approval from Palazzo Chigi.
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Forza Italia is pushing to introduce a second-round runoff system into Italy's electoral law, while the Lega remains cautious pending approval from Palazzo Chigi.

An alarm has been raised in Palazzo Chigi, suggesting that if Forza Italia and Lega parties fall below 15% in polls, a new electoral law with a majority bonus would be impossible. The leader of Fratelli d'Italia still intends to proceed, with a potential plan B involving post-election agreements with Vannacci or Calenda.

Spain has implemented border controls for travelers from Italy at all airports and ports, escalating a diplomatic dispute over migrant policies. This move has caused inconvenience for tourists and drawn criticism from Italian officials, who view it as retaliation.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed irritation and questioned Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani over his comments regarding 'fascists,' as Palazzo Chigi evaluates a roadmap for allies to prevent parliamentary conflict.

The President of the Senate is expected to resolve the dispute between Palazzo Chigi and Arcore regarding the admissibility of wiretaps.

La prossima settimana il via all’iter in Senato, ma non c’è intesa nella maggioranza. L’incontro riservato tra Craxi e la premier: “Se andate avanti stavolta ci facciamo male”

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, along with Vice Premiers Antonio Tajani and Matteo Salvini, held a summit at Palazzo Chigi to discuss security matters with law enforcement leaders. Electoral law and preferences may also be on the agenda.

Following a summit at Palazzo Chigi, Italy's Ministry of Health has issued new regulations and increased controls on drugs, driven by concerns that hospitals could become targets for criminal organizations.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received astronaut Luca Parmitano at Palazzo Chigi, congratulating him and expressing pride in Italy's excellence in the space sector. Parmitano was recently designated by NASA for a new mission.

Reports indicate that the United States is considering purchasing the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean from Mauritius. This potential acquisition could have significant geopolitical implications for the region.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held a summit with her deputies at Palazzo Chigi to discuss key appointments and defense spending, causing a delay in the cabinet meeting.

The Italian government is reportedly pursuing a "Plan B" for the struggling former Ilva steel plant, engaging with Arvedi and Qatar Steel after failing to finalize a sale by the April deadline.

Italy has formally sought compensation from Switzerland following a tragic fire at a nightclub in the Crans-Montana ski resort. The incident, reportedly caused by candles lit by a bar operator, has led to Italy becoming a civil party in the ongoing legal proceedings.

Rocco Casalino, former spokesperson for Giuseppe Conte at Palazzo Chigi, is entering politics by running as a councilor in his hometown of Ceglie Messapica. He will be part of a center-left list that includes representatives from the Five Star Movement and civil society.

A new summit was held at Palazzo Chigi in Italy to discuss a May Day decree, focusing on labor issues and measures to support those most vulnerable to the rising cost of living.

The Italian government is reportedly on high alert due to alarming figures showing diesel prices at two and a half euros and skyrocketing gas costs, with Palazzo Chigi cautious about reopening to Russian LNG.

The Italian government is making new moves regarding the Crans Montana case, with the ambassador returning to Switzerland. Palazzo Chigi has met with family members, who will be civil parties in the trial.

Lamberto Cardia, who served as president of Consob (Italy's financial market regulator) and Ferrovie dello Stato (Italian State Railways), has died at the age of 92.

The executive locks herself in her office, then the statement. Great irritation leaks from Meloni, but Nordio shields her.

A bomb scare at the Brothers of Italy (FdI) headquarters in Rome, triggered by an anonymous call, led to police intervention. A suspicious suitcase near Palazzo Chigi was found to contain only clothes.

277 executives at Palazzo Chigi, the seat of the Italian government, are set to receive a one-time bonus of up to 46,000 euros following the finalization of their 2019/2021 contract renewal.

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 24 - Italy has shown and will continue to show a constant and convinced support for Ukraine, Premier Giorgia Meloni's office at Palazzo Chigi in Rome said on the fourth anniversary

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was met with applause in Amatrice, a town devastated by an earthquake, during an encounter with victims' relatives before a religious function. The mayor had previously alerted Palazzo Chigi about potential protesters.

Italian President Sergio Mattarella emphasized Ilva as a national commitment, while Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced a meeting on Taranto at Palazzo Chigi, reassuring unions.

The Italian government is clashing with the Court of Auditors, with a decree on the Foti reform set to limit regional prosecutors' powers and ten promotions contested by Palazzo Chigi.

A technical working group involving ministries, trade unions, and local administrations is set to convene next week to explore alternatives following a decree concerning the closure of the hot area at the former Ilva steel plant.

Italy is requesting assistance from the European Union to manage increased spending on energy and rearmament, with a summit at Palazzo Chigi addressing concerns over Hormuz and approving higher deficit spending for defense.

Matteo Renzi has warned that excluding other political options could lead to General Vannacci gaining power, while Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni publicly rejects an alliance with Vannacci. Despite Meloni's denial, her allies remain skeptical, believing she may eventually include him.

Reports suggest that fixer Luigi Lavitola harbored ambitions of seeing journalist Sigfrido Ranucci become a political leader, with Lavitola envisioning himself as Ranucci's chief advisor if he reached Palazzo Chigi.

Eighty vials of fentanyl were stolen from the Israelite Hospital in Rome, prompting an urgent government meeting at Palazzo Chigi to address the security breach.

Giuseppe Conte's Five Star Movement discussed a wealth tax as a recurring proposal for their program, though Conte himself is against it. He also claimed the Covid commission was politically motivated to target him, orchestrated by Palazzo Chigi.

Pronte azioni dei 27. Dichiarazione congiunta di Gb, Germania, Francia e Roma: basta insediamenti. Bruxelles si muove sul ministro come chiesto da Palazzo Chigi e Madrid

L’origine dello strappo in una lite in cdm giorni fa. La presidente: “C’è prosopopea”. La replica: “Dici a me?”

Inspectors' reports sent to Palazzo Chigi confirm that the Russian pavilion at the Biennale is closed to the public, with the case also open in the EU awaiting a response from the Venetian entity.

An hour-long meeting on 'past issues'. Forza Italia members defend the minister: he expressed a non-binding opinion based on the prosecutor's documents. Renzi: it is the prime minister who must leave

Il vicepresidente del M5S replica alle accuse rivolte da Palazzo Chigi alle opposizioni: “Siamo molto preoccupati per il Paese”

Reports indicate that millions are missing from agency funds, with investigations revealing inflated contracts for products of low technical validity, including a supply contract for Palazzo Chigi at an increased price.

The Prime Minister's presence at the inauguration of the exhibition scheduled for May 9th is increasingly in doubt.

Justice Minister Carlo Nordio announced he will not be resigning despite the government's Constitutional reform of the justice system, which he drafted, being rejected by a significant margin in a recent referendum.

La Arctic Metagaz trasporta 900 tonnellate di gasolio e due serbatoi di gas liquefatto. Attualmente naviga nella zona Sar maltese

Marina Berlusconi, daughter of the founder of Forza Italia, has called for political debate to move beyond ideological confines and factionalism, emphasizing that it should not be seen as a posthumous victory.

Doppia riunione a Palazzo Chigi. Dopo l’escalation della tensione in Iran e in Medio Oriente, la presidente del Consiglio Giorgia Meloni ha presieduto due vertici di governo. Due i temi...

Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto was reportedly blocked in Dubai after traveling for 'family reasons', causing embarrassment in Palazzo Chigi as intelligence services were unaware of his trip.

Italy remains on the sidelines, choosing not to send weapons to Ukraine; after Prime Minister Meloni's video address, Palazzo Chigi reiterated the government's stance on providing only humanitarian aid.

Berlino conferma: riaccogliete chi è sbarcato da voi. Il Viminale: prima le compensazioni. Contatti tra Palazzo Chigi e la Cancelleria. Gelo di FdI su Merz. Anche l’Ue richiama l’Italia

Italy has called for Spain's suspension from the Schengen area following a massive influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. The crisis led to Spain deploying troops and a diplomatic rift with Italy over its proposed response.

Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars, and farmland in the West Bank following deadly clashes, as the Israeli government considers an international stabilization force for Gaza and Iran links peace deals to an end of Israeli attacks on Lebanon.

Senator Pirondini of the Five Star Movement (M5S) has expressed suspicion over the rapid progression of the electoral law, claiming pressure from Palazzo Chigi to accelerate the process, noting fewer hearings in the Senate compared to the Chamber.

Following an unspecified attack, the Italian Prime Minister is consulting with the Foreign Ministry, and the Foreign Minister has not ruled out summoning an ambassador, indicating heightened alert at Palazzo Chigi.

L’allarme a Palazzo Chigi: la scelta sulla partecipazione è ad alto rischio incidente diplomatico. Poi Meloni si coordina con i partner

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held a summit at Palazzo Chigi with her ministers, including Tajani, Crosetto, and Giorgetti, described by executive sources as a regular government meeting.

The Italian banking sector is experiencing a period of stability, referred to as 'pax bancaria,' which is welcomed by Palazzo Chigi, though some challenges remain.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has held talks with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the Palazzo Chigi in Rome.

The US economy added more jobs than anticipated in April, demonstrating resilience in the labor market. This stronger-than-expected job growth contributed to a positive reaction on Wall Street.

In Italy, a clash over EU constraints sees Salvini attempting a break, while Palazzo Chigi resists. The resolution includes requests for flexibility on energy security and a windfall tax, with a 5 billion euro housing plan discussed in the Council of Ministers.

The Council of Ministers has begun at Palazzo Chigi, convened to approve the labor decree law, with "urgent provisions regarding fair wages, employment incentives and...

The Italian government is planning a May 1st decree that includes selective incentives for companies paying 'fair wages' and stricter measures against the exploitation of delivery riders.

A rift has emerged within Palazzo Chigi regarding the future of MPS (Monte dei Paschi di Siena) bank, with Premier Meloni reportedly favoring Caltagirone romano while the League seeks to reopen discussions between Siena and Milan.

Corpul Gărzilor Revoluționare Iraniene (IRGC) a exercitat mult timp o mare putere, adesea subestimată, în Orientul Mijlociu.

L’exploit di votanti politicizza l’esito per Palazzo Chigi. In ogni caso incognita al ministero, rischia Delmastro
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 13 - The government on Friday was holding a meeting at Premier Giorgia Meloni's office at Palazzo Chigi to address the situation regarding the 'Arctic Metagaz', a Russian tanker…

In the morning, a summit at Palazzo Chigi, then talks with the president: 'The crisis is serious,' leaks from the Quirinale. Today the ministers report in the Chamber. League cold on aid to Gulf countries.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held a meeting with the heads of energy companies Eni and Snam at Palazzo Chigi. Discussions focused on energy security and anti-crisis measures, analyzing the impact of ongoing hostilities on the energy market and economy.

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 24 - The main facade of Palazzo Chigi, the building housing the Italian premier's office in Rome, will be illuminated with the colours of Ukraine to mark the fourth anniversary of t