In a move that cements the strong ties between Argentina and Italy, President Javier Milei is set to become an Italian citizen. This development comes as no surprise given his family’s deep roots in Italy.
Italy Grants Citizenship to Argentine President Javier Milei
The Italian government has decided to grant citizenship to Argentine President Javier Milei, a move that comes as no surprise given his family’s strong ties to Italy. According to local media reports, Milei will be granted citizenship through the right of descent, which is a common practice in Italy.
A Family Legacy
Milei’s Italian roots run deep. His grandparents moved from Calabria in southern Italy to Argentina in 1926, and he has often spoken about his family’s history. In fact, Milei recently presented Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni with a bizarre gift – a chainsaw-wielding figurine of himself. This gesture is a testament to the warm relationship between the two leaders, who are also close ideological allies.
A Common Bond
Beyond their shared Italian heritage, Milei and Meloni have found common ground in their politics. Milei’s dual citizenship is unlikely to affect his ability to govern, as he would not be the first Argentinian president with dual citizenship. Mauricio Macri, who served between 2015 and 2019, had an Italian passport.
A Symbolic Gesture
Milei will receive his new citizenship on Friday evening during a meeting with Prime Minister Meloni at 6:30 p.m. CET. On Saturday, he is set to attend the annual Atreju rally of Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party. The granting of citizenship is a symbolic gesture that reflects the strong ties between Argentina and Italy.
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