President Mattarella Warns Against Power Politics at Ambrosetti Forum

Italian President Sergio Mattarella opened the Ambrosetti Forum in Cernobbio with a warning against the return of predatory power politics and the use of force to settle international disputes. In a video message, Mattarella stated that there is a worrying trend toward restoring policies of power where the security of some is achieved at the expense of others. He described this coercive vision of interdependence as a return to colonial eras that hinders human civilization. He contrasted this trend with the European Union, which he called the most striking global example of shared sovereignty and a model of cooperative international relations based on common values and mutual benefit.

While the center lean coverage focused on the President's call for global cooperation on challenges like climate change and artificial intelligence, center right coverage provided broader context regarding the event and other participants. One center right report framed Mattarella's words as a substantive critique of current geopolitical chaos and a warning to neocolonial powers, specifically suggesting the remarks targeted figures such as Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Other center right reporting included statements from Antonio Tajani, who asserted that Italy is not at war with Russia but seeks to protect Ukraine and the European lifestyle.

The forum also featured economic data from the TEHA Group. A survey of over 200 managers indicated that 72.1 percent of businesses expect their 2026 revenues to increase, although growth is becoming more moderate. Additionally, the Global Attractiveness Index 2026 showed Italy rising to 17th place out of 146 economies, though it lost ground to nations such as China, India, and Singapore.