Italy’s Economy Minister Promises Housing, Labor Tax Cuts
Fabrizio Saccomanni cautions that the government might not have time to carry out its reform plans.
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France, Italy Seek Different “Growth” Than Germany
When European leaders speak of “growth,” they can mean very different things.
Berlusconi Emerges Stronger from Italian Left’s Turmoil
With the left in turmoil, Italy’s scandal-ridden former premier suddenly looks reliable.
Italy’s Berlusconi Urges Coalition to “Revive Economy”
The two parties that will form Italy’s next government are tired of austerity.
Italy’s Premier Designate Letta Inherits Divided Party
Enrico Letta’s most immediate concern may be splits within his own ranks.
Italy’s Napolitano Expected to Form Unity Government
The octogenarian president urges parties to take their responsibility.
Italy’s Napolitano Reelected, Left Divided, Leaderless
The Italian left seems on the verge of collapse after failing to elect a president of its own.
Italy’s Bersani Resigns After Failed Presidential Elections
The left-wing leader says he will step down once a new president is elected.
Blocked by Berlusconi, Italy’s Prodi Quits Presidential Race
Conservatives accuse the left of breaking a pact to nominate a centrist president.
Italy’s Left Rebels Against Leader in Presidential Vote
Pier Luigi Bersani’s lawmakers vote down his nominee for president.
Berlusconi Might Accept Leftist President, Popularity Mounts
The former Italian prime minister waters down his demands while his popularity rises.
Italy’s Renzi Urges Party to Form Left-Right Government
The mayor of Florence seems to be preparing for another leadership challenge.
Italy’s Left May Have to Let Berlusconi into Coalition
Pier Luigi Bersani may have to do a deal with the right.
Italian Left Restless After Disappointing Election Result
Party leader Pier Luigi Bersani’s former rival criticizes his efforts in forming a government.
Italy’s Left Issues Ultimatum, Threatens Reelections
Italy’s left-wing leader calls on the anti-establishment Five Star Movement’s Beppe Grillo to “say what he wants.”