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Italy's premier defends her friendship with Musk and asserts her independence


Published on 2024-12-18 08:00:37 - MSN
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  • Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday defended her friendship with U.S. tech billionaire and Trump confidant Elon Musk, telling Italian lawmakers that she would not be influenced in areas where he has economic interests.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni defended her friendship with Elon Musk during a press conference in Rome, emphasizing that her interactions with global business leaders are aimed at promoting Italy's interests. Meloni, who has faced criticism for her relationship with Musk, particularly after he visited Italy and met with her, stressed that her government's decisions are made independently and not influenced by personal relationships. She highlighted the importance of engaging with influential figures like Musk to foster economic growth and innovation in Italy, while also asserting that her administration remains committed to its political and economic agenda without external sway.

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