Giorgia Meloni's Government Becomes Longest-Serving in Postwar Italy
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- Sueddeutsche Zeitung
- Deutsche Welle
- elDiarioAR
- La Tercera
- France 24
- Hindustan Times
- Corriere della Sera
- Asahi Shimbun
- Al Jazeera
- Bloomberg
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has led the longest-running government in the history of the Italian Republic, surpassing 1,413 consecutive days in power. This milestone exceeds the previous record held by Silvio Berlusconi for a single continuous term. Italy has historically experienced significant political volatility, averaging 68 governments over 80 years with a mean duration of approximately 13 months per administration.
Meloni celebrated the achievement on social media, stating that stability is a condition that allows a nation to program, decide, and maintain commitments. She attributed the longevity of her administration to a united right-wing coalition consisting of Brothers of Italy, the League, and Forza Italia. The Prime Minister highlighted her government's efforts to reduce unemployment, support families, increase national security, and restore Italy's international credibility. She also noted that the three longest-serving governments in the republic's history have all been center-right coalitions.
International and domestic reactions to the record vary based on political perspective. Center-right sources frame the event as a victory for stability and a reflection of public trust in Meloni's leadership. Center and center-left sources offer a more critical analysis, with some arguing that longevity does not equal stability. Critics cited by center-left outlets point to persistent issues such as weak productivity, demographic decline, and inefficiencies in healthcare and education. Some analysts from these perspectives suggest that Meloni has moderated her image and set aside ideology to maintain power, while others argue she has failed to implement bold structural reforms.
Supporters marked the occasion with celebrations in locations such as Bari and Abetone Cutigliano. Meanwhile, opponents organized counter-protests, accusing the government of creating a police state and fueling hatred against migrants. The milestone comes as Meloni prepares for the 2027 legislative elections, with some observers noting that the record serves as a platform for her upcoming campaign.
How each side framed it
- Centre-left
- These outlets focused on the gap between the record of longevity and the actual socio-economic struggles of the country, framing the stability as superficial.
- Centre
- These sources presented the record as a strategic tool for Meloni to build credibility and launch her next electoral campaign.
- Centre-right
- These outlets framed the milestone as a testament to the effectiveness of a united right-wing vision and a sign of restored national stability.
Sources
- Centre-left Al Jazeera: Meloni sets a record, leading Italy’s longest-serving government since WWII
- Centre-left Asahi Shimbun: Meloni administration, "longest since the war" in Italy; activity on the international stage leads to confidence
- Centre Bloomberg: Italy’s Meloni Pays a Price for Losing Far-Right Label
- Centre-right Corriere della Sera: The longevity record of the Meloni government in the international press. The Nyt: "Her mandate says that ideology is set aside"
- Centre-right Corriere della Sera: Meloni: it is the longest lasting government in history, the merit of a united coalition
- Centre Deutsche Welle: Meloni government becomes longest-serving in postwar Italy
- Centre France 24: Italy: how to explain the longevity record of Giorgia Meloni in power?
- Centre France 24: Italy: longevity record for Giorgia Meloni, who knew how to "sell her image of stability"
- Centre-right Hindustan Times: PM Modi congratulates ‘friend’ Meloni on becoming Italy’s longest-serving PM
- Centre-right La Tercera: Meloni celebrates that her government is the longest-running in the history of Italy and claims the right-wing coalition
- Centre-left Sueddeutsche Zeitung: Italy: Giorgia Meloni has reason to celebrate, her country however not
- Centre-left elDiarioAR: Meloni celebrates that her Government is the longest running in the history of Italy and claims the right-wing coalition
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