Meloni’s Government Surpasses Berlusconi’s Record, but Critics Cite Economic Stagnation
Giorgia Meloni’s government has become the longest-serving in Italy since World War II, surpassing Silvio Berlusconi’s record of 1,412 consecutive days. While supporters celebrate this as a sign of stability and the first female prime minister’s success, analysts argue it reflects political stasis rather than progress. Critics point to Italy’s fragile economy, high public debt, and the rise of far-right rival Roberto Vannacci as evidence that Meloni’s dominance may be temporary. The milestone highlights a divide between perceived governance stability and substantive policy outcomes, with upcoming 2027 elections set to test her coalition’s durability.
