Italy's conservative-led government has reported a remarkable 64% decrease in illegal immigration numbers over the past year. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed satisfaction with this achievement, emphasizing that the government's focus is on combating illegal immigration rather than legal migration.
Tajani highlighted the role of human traffickers in fueling various criminal activities, including trafficking of humans, weapons, and drugs. To address this issue, Italy has engaged in financial agreements with countries like Tunisia and Libya, which has drawn both criticism and praise.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has been vocal about the challenges posed by illegal immigration, particularly the influence of trafficking organizations. She stressed the need to confront these criminal groups and prevent them from dictating immigration policies.
Meloni attributed the growing conservative movement in Europe to recent global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which have prompted citizens to reevaluate political ideologies.
Commenting on the economic impact of the government's policies, Tajani noted positive trends in Italy's economy, including reduced unemployment rates and improved stock market performance. He outlined plans for further economic growth, including lowering taxes in the coming year.
