Renzi Announces Tax Cuts as Parliament Approves New Voting Law
Italy’s new prime minister promises to reduce business and income taxes.
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Renzi Wins Confidence Vote Despite Policy Uncertainties
The new prime minister wins a confidence vote, but there are questions about his economic program.
Letta’s Resignation Clears Way for Florence Mayor
The popular Matteo Renzi is expected to become prime minister.
Italian Parties Water Down Renzi-Berlusconi Electoral Reforms
The changes make it easier for small parties to enter parliament but still give the winning bloc a governing majority.
Small Parties Wary of Renzi-Berlusconi Electoral Reforms
Italian leaders agree to a new election law that could disadvantage smaller parties.
Nationalist Backlash Against Basque, Catalan Separatism
Spanish nationalists, worried that their country might disintegrate, start a new political party.
Berlusconi Ban Strengthens Italy’s Ruling Coalition
Without his obstinate predecessor banned from public office, Enrico Letta has a more stable majority.
Berlusconi’s Party Splits After Failure to Bring Down Government
The former prime minister’s more centrist supporters are expected to form their own party.
Berlusconi’s Party Collapses After Government Survives
The former prime minister loses dozens of his allies.
After Cabinet Walkout, Letta Seeks Majority to Avoid Elections
The Italian prime minister hopes to draw dissident members of other parties into his coalition.
Italy’s Coalition Near Collapse as Berlusconi Allies Threaten to Walk Out
The former prime minister’s supporters oppose planned tax increases.
Populism Endangers Portugal’s Austerity Reforms
As Portugal faces local elections, calls to weaken fiscal consolidation efforts are growing louder.
Berlusconi Revamps Old Party as Senate Moves to Eject Him
Italy’s right-wing leader revives his former political party after the Senate robs him of his seat.
Italy’s Letta Fails to Stabilize Coalition with Tax Cut
By giving in to right’s demand for tax repeal, the prime minister invites scorn from his own allies.
Turkey Would Open Air Base for Syria Strikes, Cyprus Unaware
Turkey would let NATO warplanes use its bases to support an intervention in Syria.